Composer

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Franz Liszt

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1871

Publication Date

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1872

Average_duration

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8:46

"Am stillen Herd" is a piano transcription of the prelude to Act III of Richard Wagner's opera "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg" by Franz Liszt. The piece was composed in 1871 and premiered in the same year. The transcription consists of a single movement and is characterized by Liszt's virtuosic piano writing and his ability to capture the orchestral colors and textures of Wagner's original score. The piece begins with a gentle and peaceful melody played by the right hand, accompanied by a simple chordal pattern in the left hand. This melody is then developed and expanded upon, with the left hand taking on a more active role in the accompaniment. As the piece progresses, the texture becomes more complex, with Liszt incorporating a variety of pianistic techniques such as arpeggios, octaves, and rapid scale passages. The climax of the piece is marked by a series of powerful chords, followed by a return to the peaceful opening melody. Overall, "Am stillen Herd" is a masterful transcription that showcases Liszt's skill as a pianist and his ability to capture the essence of Wagner's music. It is a testament to the enduring influence of Wagner's operas on the music of the late 19th century, and a testament to Liszt's ability to translate that influence into his own unique style.

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