Composer

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Ferruccio Busoni

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1910 - 1920

Publication Date

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1910 - 1921

Average_duration

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52:00

Movement_count

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6

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Ferruccio Busoni's "Work(s), Sonatinas (6), for piano" is a collection of six sonatinas composed between 1910 and 1912. The sonatinas were premiered in 1912 in Berlin, with Busoni himself performing. Each sonatina consists of three movements, with the exception of the fifth sonatina, which has four movements. The first movement of each sonatina is marked by a lively and energetic tempo, while the second movement is more lyrical and introspective. The final movement of each sonatina is marked by a return to the lively tempo of the first movement, often with virtuosic passages for the pianist. Busoni's sonatinas are characterized by their use of chromaticism and dissonance, which were considered avant-garde at the time of their composition. The sonatinas also incorporate elements of Baroque and Classical music, with Busoni drawing inspiration from composers such as Bach and Mozart. Overall, Busoni's "Work(s), Sonatinas (6), for piano" are a significant contribution to the piano repertoire of the early 20th century, showcasing Busoni's innovative approach to composition and his ability to blend different musical styles and techniques.

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