Composer

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Heino Eller

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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24:26

Movement_count

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13

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Heino Eller's 'Pieces (13) on Estonian Motives' is a collection of piano pieces that was composed in 1939. The work was premiered in Tallinn, Estonia, in the same year. The collection consists of thirteen movements, each of which is based on a different Estonian folk melody. The first movement, 'The Shepherd's Tune', is a gentle and pastoral piece that evokes the image of a shepherd tending to his flock. The second movement, 'The Old Waltz', is a nostalgic and romantic piece that is reminiscent of a bygone era. The third movement, 'The Lullaby', is a tender and soothing piece that is perfect for putting a child to sleep. The fourth movement, 'The Dance Tune', is a lively and energetic piece that is perfect for dancing. The fifth movement, 'The Song of the Barge Haulers', is a powerful and dramatic piece that tells the story of the hardworking men who used to pull barges along the rivers of Estonia. The sixth movement, 'The Wedding Tune', is a joyful and celebratory piece that is perfect for weddings and other festive occasions. The seventh movement, 'The Song of the Ploughman', is a simple and rustic piece that celebrates the hard work of the farmers who till the land. The eighth movement, 'The Song of the Fisherman', is a peaceful and contemplative piece that evokes the image of a fisherman casting his line into the water. The ninth movement, 'The Song of the Forest', is a mysterious and atmospheric piece that captures the essence of the Estonian forests. The tenth movement, 'The Song of the Reed', is a haunting and melancholic piece that is based on a traditional Estonian instrument called the kannel. The eleventh movement, 'The Song of the Shepherdess', is a gentle and romantic piece that tells the story of a young shepherdess who falls in love with a handsome young man. The twelfth movement, 'The Song of the Harvester', is a triumphant and energetic piece that celebrates the harvest season. The final movement, 'The Song of the Homeland', is a majestic and patriotic piece that celebrates the beauty and grandeur of Estonia. Overall, 'Pieces (13) on Estonian Motives' is a beautiful and evocative collection of piano pieces that showcases the rich and diverse musical heritage of Estonia.

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