Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Variations

Compose Date

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1766

Average_duration

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6:28

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed the 'Variations (7) for piano in D major on Willem van Nassau, K. 25' in 1766 when he was just ten years old. The piece was premiered in the same year in The Hague, Netherlands, where Mozart was touring with his family. The piece consists of seven variations on the Dutch folk song 'Willem van Nassau', which was also the national anthem of the Netherlands at the time. The theme is presented in the opening bars and is followed by the first variation, which features a lively and playful melody. The second variation is more subdued and features a delicate and intricate piano part. The third variation is more dramatic and features a faster tempo and more complex harmonies. The fourth variation is a slower and more contemplative piece, featuring a beautiful melody that is passed between the hands of the pianist. The fifth variation is a lively and energetic piece, featuring fast runs and intricate finger work. The sixth variation is a more subdued and introspective piece, featuring a slower tempo and more complex harmonies. The final variation is a triumphant and celebratory piece, featuring a faster tempo and a more complex piano part. The piece ends with a flourish, bringing the variations to a close. Overall, the 'Variations (7) for piano in D major on Willem van Nassau, K. 25' is a charming and playful piece that showcases Mozart's early talent as a composer. The variations are all distinct and feature a range of moods and styles, making for an engaging and enjoyable listening experience.

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