Composer

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Peter Erasmus Lange-Müller

Genre

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Miscellaneous

Style

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Miscellaneous

Average_duration

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65:53

Peter Erasmus Lange-Müller's 'Once upon a time, Op. 25' is a four-movement suite for piano, composed in 1893. The piece premiered in Copenhagen, Denmark, on January 22, 1894, with the composer himself at the piano. The first movement, 'The Princess', is a delicate and lyrical piece, with a flowing melody that evokes the grace and beauty of a fairytale princess. The second movement, 'The Knight', is more energetic and rhythmic, with a bold and heroic theme that suggests the bravery and chivalry of a medieval knight. The third movement, 'The Elf', is a playful and whimsical piece, with a light and airy melody that captures the mischievous spirit of a magical elf. The final movement, 'The Dragon', is the most dramatic and intense of the four, with a powerful and ominous theme that suggests the danger and excitement of a battle with a fearsome dragon. Throughout the suite, Lange-Müller demonstrates his skill as a composer, with a keen sense of melody, harmony, and rhythm. His use of dynamics and tempo changes adds depth and complexity to the music, while his use of chromaticism and dissonance creates a sense of tension and drama. 'Once upon a time, Op. 25' is a charming and evocative piece of music, with a timeless quality that continues to captivate audiences today.

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