Composer

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Carl Maria von Weber

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Opera

Compose Date

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1804

Publication Date

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1804

Average_duration

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15:00

Carl Maria von Weber's 'Variations (6) a theme from Vogler's opera Samori, J. 43, Op. 6' is a set of six variations for piano, composed in 1814. The piece was premiered in the same year in Vienna, with Weber himself performing. The theme of the variations is taken from the opera 'Samori' by Johann Nepomuk Hummel, which was based on a libretto by August von Kotzebue. The theme is a simple, lyrical melody in G major, which Weber uses as a basis for his variations. The first variation is a straightforward embellishment of the theme, with added arpeggios and trills. The second variation is in the relative minor key of E minor, and features a more dramatic, virtuosic style. The third variation is a gentle, flowing waltz, with a delicate touch and a sense of grace. The fourth variation is a lively scherzo, with a playful, syncopated rhythm and a sense of humor. The fifth variation is in the key of C major, and features a more grandiose, majestic style, with sweeping arpeggios and a sense of triumph. The final variation is a brilliant, virtuosic finale, with rapid runs and arpeggios, and a sense of excitement and energy. Overall, Weber's 'Variations (6) a theme from Vogler's opera Samori, J. 43, Op. 6' is a masterful display of piano technique and musical imagination. The variations showcase a range of styles and moods, from gentle lyricism to virtuosic fireworks, all based on a simple, memorable theme. The piece remains a popular choice for pianists and audiences alike, and is a testament to Weber's skill as a composer and pianist.

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