Composer

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Gioachino Rossini

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16:46

Movement_count

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6

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Gioachino Rossini's "Péchés de vieillesse, Book 10 (Miscellanée pour piano)" is a collection of 12 pieces for solo piano, composed between 1857 and 1868. The collection was published posthumously in 1875, after Rossini's death. The premiere of the collection is not known, as it was not performed as a whole during Rossini's lifetime. However, some of the individual pieces were performed in private concerts for friends and acquaintances. The 12 pieces in the collection are: 1. Prélude prétentieux 2. Valse anti-dansante 3. Petite caprice à la Paganini 4. Un mot à Paganini 5. Un mot à la Princesse Mathilde 6. Un mot à la belle Hortense 7. Un mot à la reine Victoria 8. Un mot à Monsieur Louis Gregh 9. Un mot à Monsieur le Baron de Rothschild 10. Un mot à Monsieur le Comte de Nieuwerkerke 11. Un mot à Monsieur le Duc de Morny 12. Un mot à Monsieur le Prince de Metternich The pieces in the collection are characterized by their lightness, humor, and virtuosity. They are often short and playful, with unexpected twists and turns in the melody and harmony. Rossini's skill as a composer is evident in the way he weaves together different musical ideas and styles, creating a unique and engaging sound. Overall, "Péchés de vieillesse, Book 10 (Miscellanée pour piano)" is a delightful collection of piano pieces that showcases Rossini's wit and musical talent.

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