Composer

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Carl Czerny

Genre

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1830

Average_duration

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18:16

Carl Czerny's 'Grandes Variations di Bravura on 2 motifs from D.F.E. Auber's Fra Diavolo, for piano & orchestra, Op. 232' was composed in 1839. The piece premiered in Vienna on January 20, 1840, with Czerny himself as the soloist. The piece consists of a theme and 12 variations, showcasing Czerny's virtuosic piano technique. The two motifs from Auber's opera 'Fra Diavolo' are used as the basis for the variations. The theme is a lively and playful melody, which is then transformed in various ways throughout the variations. The first variation features rapid arpeggios and runs in the right hand, while the left hand provides a steady accompaniment. The second variation is a slower and more lyrical rendition of the theme, with the piano and orchestra trading off melodic phrases. The third variation is a fast and flashy display of finger dexterity, with the piano racing up and down the keyboard. The fourth variation is a delicate and intricate variation, with the piano playing a series of trills and ornaments. The fifth variation is a dramatic and intense section, with the piano and orchestra building to a climactic finish. The sixth variation is a playful and whimsical variation, with the piano imitating the sound of a music box. The seventh variation is a virtuosic display of double octaves in the right hand, while the left hand provides a driving rhythm. The eighth variation is a lyrical and expressive section, with the piano and orchestra trading off melodic phrases. The ninth variation is a fast and furious section, with the piano racing up and down the keyboard in a flurry of notes. The tenth variation is a delicate and intricate section, with the piano playing a series of trills and ornaments. The eleventh variation is a dramatic and intense section, with the piano and orchestra building to a climactic finish. The final variation is a triumphant and virtuosic finale, with the piano and orchestra racing to the finish line. Overall, Czerny's 'Grandes Variations di Bravura on 2 motifs from D.F.E. Auber's Fra Diavolo, for piano & orchestra, Op. 232' is a showcase of virtuosic piano technique, with a variety of moods and styles throughout the variations.

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