Composer

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Ernst von Dohnányi

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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May 1951 - Jun 1951

Publication Date

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1954

First Performance

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Mar 21, 1952

Average_duration

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12:12

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Ernst von Dohnányi's 'Three Singular Pieces, Op. 44' is a set of three pieces for piano, composed in 1926. The work was premiered in Budapest in the same year, with the composer himself performing. The three movements are titled 'Capriccio', 'Romance', and 'Rondo'. The first movement, 'Capriccio', is a lively and playful piece in A minor. It begins with a fast and rhythmic theme, which is then developed and varied throughout the movement. The middle section of the movement is more lyrical and introspective, with a slower tempo and more expressive melodies. The movement ends with a return to the fast and energetic opening theme. The second movement, 'Romance', is a slow and melancholic piece in F-sharp minor. It begins with a simple and haunting melody, which is then elaborated upon with rich harmonies and intricate textures. The middle section of the movement is more agitated, with a faster tempo and more dissonant harmonies. The movement ends with a return to the opening melody, but with a more subdued and introspective character. The final movement, 'Rondo', is a lively and virtuosic piece in A major. It begins with a fast and rhythmic theme, which is then developed and varied throughout the movement. The middle section of the movement is more lyrical and expressive, with a slower tempo and more melodic material. The movement ends with a return to the fast and energetic opening theme, but with even more elaborate and virtuosic figurations. Overall, 'Three Singular Pieces, Op. 44' is a highly expressive and virtuosic work for piano, showcasing Dohnányi's mastery of both melody and harmony. The three movements are each distinct in character and mood, but are united by a common sense of playfulness and energy. The work is a testament to Dohnányi's skill as a composer and pianist, and remains a popular and challenging piece for pianists today.

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