Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Theme & Variations

Compose Date

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1778

Average_duration

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15:14

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed the 'Variations (9) for piano in C major on Lison dormait, K. 264 (315d)' in 1778. The piece was premiered in Paris in the same year. The composition consists of nine movements, each of which is a variation on the French folk song 'Lison dormait'. The first movement is a simple statement of the theme, which is followed by eight variations. The second variation is a lively and playful rendition of the theme, with the melody moving between the hands. The third variation is a slower, more contemplative version of the theme, with the melody played in the right hand and the left hand providing a simple accompaniment. The fourth variation is a fast and virtuosic rendition of the theme, with the melody played in octaves in the right hand and the left hand providing a complex accompaniment. The fifth variation is a gentle and lyrical version of the theme, with the melody played in the right hand and the left hand providing a simple accompaniment. The sixth variation is a fast and lively rendition of the theme, with the melody played in the right hand and the left hand providing a complex accompaniment. The seventh variation is a slow and expressive version of the theme, with the melody played in the right hand and the left hand providing a simple accompaniment. The eighth variation is a fast and virtuosic rendition of the theme, with the melody played in octaves in the right hand and the left hand providing a complex accompaniment. The final variation is a triumphant and energetic version of the theme, with the melody played in the right hand and the left hand providing a complex accompaniment. Overall, the 'Variations (9) for piano in C major on Lison dormait, K. 264 (315d)' is a virtuosic and expressive composition that showcases Mozart's skill as a composer and pianist. The piece is notable for its use of complex harmonies, intricate rhythms, and virtuosic piano writing.

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