Composer

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E.J. Moeran

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Keyboard

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Character Piece

Compose Date

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1922

Average_duration

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7:22

Movement_count

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3

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Fancies (3) is a composition for solo piano by English composer E.J. Moeran. It was composed in 1940 and premiered in London in 1941. The piece consists of three movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, marked Allegro con brio, is a lively and energetic piece with a strong rhythmic drive. It features a playful and syncopated melody that is passed between the hands of the pianist. The middle section of the movement is more lyrical and introspective, with a slower tempo and a more contemplative mood. The movement ends with a return to the opening material, bringing the piece to a lively and satisfying conclusion. The second movement, marked Andante con moto, is a slower and more reflective piece. It features a simple and haunting melody that is repeated and developed throughout the movement. The harmonies are rich and expressive, creating a sense of melancholy and nostalgia. The middle section of the movement features a more complex and dissonant harmonic language, adding a sense of tension and drama to the piece. The movement ends with a return to the opening material, but with a more subdued and introspective mood. The third movement, marked Allegro giocoso, is a lively and playful piece with a strong sense of rhythm and momentum. It features a lively and syncopated melody that is passed between the hands of the pianist. The middle section of the movement is more lyrical and expressive, with a slower tempo and a more introspective mood. The movement ends with a return to the opening material, bringing the piece to a lively and satisfying conclusion. Overall, Fancies (3) is a charming and engaging work that showcases Moeran's skill as a composer for the piano. The three movements each have their own distinct character and mood, but are united by a strong sense of rhythmic drive and melodic invention. The piece is well-suited to intermediate to advanced pianists, and is a popular choice for recitals and competitions.

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