Composer

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Selim Palmgren

Genre

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1893 -
ca. 1900

Publication Date

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1900

Average_duration

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06:44

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Selim Palmgren's 'Pieces (3) for piano, Op. 4' is a collection of three solo piano pieces that were composed in 1895. The pieces were premiered in Helsinki, Finland, in the same year. The three movements are titled 'Barcarolle', 'Humoresque', and 'Capriccio'. The first movement, 'Barcarolle', is a slow and lyrical piece that is reminiscent of a boat ride on a calm sea. The piece is in 6/8 time and is marked 'Andante con moto'. The melody is carried by the right hand while the left hand provides a gentle accompaniment. The piece is characterized by its flowing arpeggios and delicate phrasing. The second movement, 'Humoresque', is a lively and playful piece that is marked 'Allegro vivace'. The piece is in 2/4 time and is characterized by its syncopated rhythms and staccato articulation. The melody is passed between the hands, and the piece features a number of virtuosic runs and flourishes. The final movement, 'Capriccio', is a fast and energetic piece that is marked 'Presto'. The piece is in 3/4 time and is characterized by its driving rhythms and technical demands. The melody is again passed between the hands, and the piece features a number of rapid arpeggios and scale passages. Overall, 'Pieces (3) for piano, Op. 4' is a charming and engaging collection of piano pieces that showcase Palmgren's skill as a composer and pianist. The pieces are characterized by their lyrical melodies, playful rhythms, and technical demands, making them a popular choice for pianists looking to showcase their skills.

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