Composer

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Felix Mendelssohn

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Etude

Compose Date

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1834 - 1838

Publication Date

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1868

Average_duration

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14:08

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Felix Mendelssohn's 'Preludes (3) & Etudes (3) for piano, Op. 104' is a collection of six pieces for solo piano. The work was composed in 1837, and premiered in Leipzig the same year. The collection is divided into two parts: the first three pieces are preludes, while the second three are etudes. The first prelude, marked Andante con moto, is a lyrical and expressive piece in A minor. The second prelude, marked Allegro agitato, is a fast and energetic piece in E minor. The third prelude, marked Andante sostenuto, is a slow and contemplative piece in B-flat major. The first etude, marked Allegro con fuoco, is a virtuosic and fiery piece in C minor. The second etude, marked Allegro molto, is a fast and playful piece in A major. The third etude, marked Allegro vivace, is a lively and energetic piece in F-sharp minor. Overall, the 'Preludes (3) & Etudes (3) for piano, Op. 104' showcase Mendelssohn's skill as a composer for the piano. The preludes are characterized by their expressive melodies and rich harmonies, while the etudes demonstrate Mendelssohn's technical prowess and ability to write music that is both challenging and enjoyable to play. The collection is a testament to Mendelssohn's enduring legacy as one of the greatest composers of the Romantic era.

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