Chopin Year just a prelude to Warsaw's tourism plansSpecial musical events are on tap across Europe this year to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Frederic Chopin's birth, particularly in the Polish capital, Warsaw. The composer and pianist, son of a French immigrant father and Polish mother, was born nearby and lived in Warsaw for much of his early life. Polish tourism officials have gone all out to create events that highlight not only the composer's work but also serve as a draw to entice international visitors to the city.