Composer

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Erwin Schulhoff

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Suite

Compose Date

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1917

Average_duration

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20:38

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Erwin Schulhoff's 'Grotesques (5), Op. 21' is a set of five short piano pieces composed in 1919. The work was premiered in Prague in the same year. The five movements are titled 'Allegro moderato', 'Allegretto', 'Allegro con brio', 'Andante' and 'Allegro molto'. The 'Grotesques' are characterized by their playful and whimsical nature, with each movement exploring different moods and textures. The first movement, 'Allegro moderato', is a lively and energetic piece with a syncopated rhythm and a playful melody. The second movement, 'Allegretto', is more subdued, with a gentle and flowing melody that gradually builds in intensity. The third movement, 'Allegro con brio', is a fast and frenetic piece with a driving rhythm and a sense of urgency. The fourth movement, 'Andante', is a slower and more contemplative piece, with a haunting melody that is both melancholic and beautiful. The final movement, 'Allegro molto', is a lively and upbeat piece with a playful melody and a sense of joy and celebration. Throughout the 'Grotesques', Schulhoff employs a range of techniques and textures, including syncopation, dissonance, and unexpected harmonic shifts, to create a sense of whimsy and playfulness. Overall, the 'Grotesques (5), Op. 21' is a charming and delightful work that showcases Schulhoff's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both technically challenging and emotionally engaging.

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