Composer

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Felix Mendelssohn

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Prelude

Compose Date

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Oct 12, 1836 - Dec 9, 1836

Publication Date

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1868

Average_duration

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7:29

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Felix Mendelssohn composed his 'Preludes (3) for piano, Op. 104a' in 1837. The work premiered in Leipzig on January 1, 1838, with the composer himself at the piano. The three movements are marked Allegro con fuoco, Andante, and Presto agitato. The first movement, Allegro con fuoco, is in the key of E minor and is characterized by its fiery and passionate nature. The opening theme is introduced by the right hand and is then taken up by the left hand in a more subdued manner. The middle section of the movement features a lyrical melody in the key of G major, which provides a contrast to the opening theme. The movement ends with a return to the opening theme, which is played with even greater intensity than before. The second movement, Andante, is in the key of A major and is marked by its gentle and flowing character. The opening theme is introduced by the right hand and is then taken up by the left hand in a more subdued manner. The middle section of the movement features a more complex and intricate melody, which is played with great delicacy and sensitivity. The movement ends with a return to the opening theme, which is played with even greater tenderness than before. The third movement, Presto agitato, is in the key of C minor and is characterized by its fast and frenzied nature. The opening theme is introduced by the right hand and is then taken up by the left hand in a more subdued manner. The middle section of the movement features a more complex and intricate melody, which is played with great speed and virtuosity. The movement ends with a return to the opening theme, which is played with even greater intensity and speed than before. Overall, Mendelssohn's 'Preludes (3) for piano, Op. 104a' is a virtuosic and expressive work that showcases the composer's skill as a pianist and his ability to create music that is both technically challenging and emotionally engaging.

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