Prelude in E Minor

Chopin

Op. 28, No. 4

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The Autograph shows no pedaling for this prelude, except in measures 17 and 18.

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The appoggiatura has no cross-stroke.

Many editions show a dynamic indication "p" and a diminuendo in the previous measure. The Autograph has a crescendo in the 12th
measure as shown.