Composer

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Antonin Dvorák

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Waltz

Compose Date

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Dec 1, 1879 - Jan 17, 1880

Publication Date

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1880

Average_duration

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25:21

Movement_count

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8

Movement ....

Antonin Dvorák's 'Waltzes (8) for piano, B. 101, Op. 54' is a collection of eight waltzes for solo piano. The work was composed in 1880 and premiered in Prague on January 6, 1881. The eight waltzes are each in a different key and have their own unique character and mood. The first waltz, in A-flat major, is marked "Moderato" and has a gentle, lilting quality. The second waltz, in A minor, is marked "Poco piu mosso" and has a more melancholy feel. The third waltz, in F major, is marked "Vivace" and is a lively, energetic dance. The fourth waltz, in F minor, is marked "Allegro vivace" and has a more dramatic, intense character. The fifth waltz, in A-flat major, is marked "Moderato" and has a dreamy, romantic quality. The sixth waltz, in D-flat major, is marked "Allegretto grazioso" and is a playful, charming dance. The seventh waltz, in C major, is marked "Allegro vivace" and is a joyful, exuberant dance. The final waltz, in G major, is marked "Moderato" and has a peaceful, serene character. Overall, Dvorák's 'Waltzes (8) for piano, B. 101, Op. 54' is a delightful collection of dances that showcase the composer's skill in crafting memorable melodies and capturing a range of moods and emotions. The work is a testament to Dvorák's ability to write music that is both accessible and sophisticated, and it remains a beloved part of the piano repertoire to this day.

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