Composer

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Moritz Moszkowski

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

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8:44

Moritz Moszkowski's "Paraphrase for piano of Isolde's death from Wagner's Tristan und Isolde" is a virtuosic and emotionally charged work for solo piano. The piece was composed in 1883, and premiered the same year in Berlin. The work is comprised of a single movement, which is a highly embellished and dramatic interpretation of the final scene from Wagner's opera. Moszkowski's paraphrase captures the intense emotional turmoil of the characters, as Isolde mourns the death of her lover Tristan. The piece begins with a mournful and melancholic introduction, which sets the tone for the rest of the work. Moszkowski then introduces the main theme, which is a hauntingly beautiful melody that is repeated throughout the piece. The theme is initially presented in a simple and straightforward manner, but Moszkowski quickly begins to embellish and develop it, adding complex harmonies and virtuosic flourishes. As the piece progresses, Moszkowski explores a range of emotions, from despair and grief to anger and defiance. The music becomes increasingly intense and frenzied, as Isolde's emotions reach a fever pitch. Moszkowski's use of chromaticism and dissonance adds to the sense of emotional turmoil, as the music becomes more and more unstable. The climax of the piece is a thunderous and virtuosic section, which features rapid arpeggios and cascading runs. Moszkowski's use of the piano's full range and dynamic capabilities creates a sense of overwhelming power and intensity. The piece ends with a return to the mournful and melancholic theme from the beginning, as Isolde's grief finally subsides. Moszkowski's "Paraphrase for piano of Isolde's death from Wagner's Tristan und Isolde" is a masterful work that captures the emotional depth and complexity of Wagner's opera, while showcasing the virtuosic capabilities of the piano.

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