Frédéric Chopin — Timeline
Key moments in the life of Frédéric Chopin.
1810
Born in Żelazowa Wola, Poland (March 1)
1816
Began piano lessons with Wojciech Żywny in Warsaw
1817
Made public debut as a pianist in Warsaw at age 7
1829
Completed studies at the Warsaw Conservatory; gave successful concert in Vienna
1831
Left Poland for Paris after the November Uprising; established himself in Parisian musical society
1835
Became a French citizen and established regular teaching practice in Paris
1838
Traveled to Majorca with George Sand; composed during this period despite illness
1847
Separated from George Sand; gave his last public concert in Paris
1849
Moved to London and visited Scotland; health severely declined
1849
Died in Paris (October 17) at age 39