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Mieczyslaw Weinberg

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Average_duration

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11:37

Movement_count

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7

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Mieczyslaw Weinberg's 'Children's Notebook No. 3, Op. 23' is a collection of 24 short piano pieces, composed in 1944. The work was premiered in Moscow in 1945, with the composer himself at the piano. The pieces are divided into three movements, with eight pieces in each. The first movement is marked 'Allegro', and features lively and playful pieces, with titles such as 'March', 'Dance', and 'Playing Ball'. The second movement is marked 'Andante', and features slower, more contemplative pieces, with titles such as 'Lullaby', 'Sadness', and 'Dream'. The third movement is marked 'Allegro vivace', and features more energetic and virtuosic pieces, with titles such as 'Tarantella', 'Jumping', and 'Merry-Go-Round'. The pieces in 'Children's Notebook No. 3' are characterized by their simplicity and charm, with catchy melodies and straightforward harmonies. The pieces are clearly intended for young pianists, with a range of technical difficulties that gradually increase throughout the work. However, despite their simplicity, the pieces are not without depth and emotion, with some of the slower pieces in particular displaying a poignant melancholy. Overall, 'Children's Notebook No. 3, Op. 23' is a delightful and accessible work, showcasing Weinberg's skill as a composer of miniatures. The work is a testament to Weinberg's ability to write music that is both technically challenging and emotionally engaging, and is a valuable addition to the repertoire of young pianists.

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