Composer

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Béla Bartók

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1908 - 1911

Average_duration

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6:59

Movement_count

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3

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Béla Bartók's 'Burlesques (3) for piano, Sz. 47, Op. 8c' is a set of three short pieces for solo piano. The composition was completed in 1911 and premiered in Budapest the same year. The three movements are titled 'Quasi allegretto', 'Presto' and 'Sostenuto e pesante'. The first movement, 'Quasi allegretto', is a playful and light-hearted piece with a lively rhythm and a cheerful melody. The second movement, 'Presto', is a fast and energetic piece with a virtuosic piano part that showcases Bartók's technical skill as a pianist. The third movement, 'Sostenuto e pesante', is a slower and more contemplative piece with a somber and melancholic mood. The 'Burlesques' are characterized by Bartók's use of folk elements and his innovative approach to harmony and rhythm. The composer was deeply influenced by the folk music of his native Hungary and incorporated elements of this music into his compositions. In the 'Burlesques', Bartók uses irregular meters and complex rhythms to create a sense of tension and excitement. The 'Burlesques' are also notable for their use of dissonance and unconventional harmonies. Bartók was interested in exploring new harmonic possibilities and often used chords that were considered dissonant or unconventional at the time. This experimentation with harmony and rhythm would become a hallmark of Bartók's later works and would influence many other composers in the 20th century. Overall, the 'Burlesques (3) for piano, Sz. 47, Op. 8c' are a lively and innovative set of pieces that showcase Bartók's unique approach to composition. The use of folk elements, unconventional harmonies, and complex rhythms make these pieces a fascinating example of Bartók's early work.

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