Composer

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Edvard Grieg

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1869

Publication Date

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1870

Average_duration

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1:29

"So lokka me over den myra" is a Norwegian folk song arranged for piano by Edvard Grieg. The composition is also known as "Come, Let Me Lead You Over the Meadow" and is part of his Lyric Pieces, Op. 17. The piece was composed in 1869 and premiered the same year in Copenhagen. The composition is in G major and has a moderate tempo. It consists of three distinct sections, each with its own character and mood. The first section is marked "Allegretto tranquillo" and is characterized by a gentle, flowing melody that evokes the peacefulness of the meadow. The second section is marked "Allegro vivace e grazioso" and is more lively and playful, with a bouncy rhythm and a sense of joy and energy. The final section is marked "Andante espressivo" and is more introspective and melancholic, with a haunting melody that suggests a sense of longing or nostalgia. Overall, the piece is a beautiful example of Grieg's ability to capture the essence of Norwegian folk music and translate it into a classical piano composition. The use of simple, yet evocative melodies and rhythms, combined with the composer's skillful use of harmony and dynamics, creates a piece that is both accessible and deeply moving.

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