Composer

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Franz Liszt

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Compose Date

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1882

Publication Date

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1883

Average_duration

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11:28

Franz Liszt's "Réminiscences de Boccanegra (after Verdi), S. 438" is a virtuosic piano transcription of themes from Giuseppe Verdi's opera "Simon Boccanegra." Liszt composed the piece in 1881, and it premiered in the same year in Weimar, Germany. The work is divided into four movements, each of which is based on a different theme from the opera. The first movement, marked "Andante," is a transcription of the prelude to Act I of "Simon Boccanegra." Liszt's transcription captures the somber, mournful character of the original music, with its slow, mournful melody and rich harmonies. The second movement, marked "Allegro moderato," is based on the aria "Plebe! Patrizi! Popolo!" from Act I. Liszt's transcription is a tour-de-force of virtuosity, with rapid runs and arpeggios that capture the frenzied energy of the original music. The third movement, marked "Andantino," is a transcription of the duet between Simon Boccanegra and his daughter, Amelia, from Act I. Liszt's transcription is a delicate, lyrical piece that captures the tender emotions of the original music. The final movement, marked "Allegro agitato," is a transcription of the finale of Act I. Liszt's transcription is a thrilling, virtuosic piece that captures the dramatic intensity of the original music, with its rapid runs and thunderous chords. Overall, "Réminiscences de Boccanegra" is a masterful transcription that showcases Liszt's virtuosic piano technique and his ability to capture the emotional depth and drama of Verdi's music.

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