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Fanny Mendelssohn

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"Abschied von Rom" is a piano piece composed by Fanny Mendelssohn in 1839. It was premiered in Berlin on March 14, 1840, at a concert organized by her brother Felix Mendelssohn. The piece is part of a collection of piano works titled "Das Jahr" (The Year), which consists of twelve pieces, one for each month of the year. "Abschied von Rom" is the piece for the month of May and is the ninth movement of the collection. The title translates to "Farewell to Rome," and the piece is inspired by Fanny's trip to Italy with her husband, Wilhelm Hensel. The piece is in the key of A-flat major and has a moderate tempo. The piece begins with a gentle melody played in the right hand, accompanied by a simple chord progression in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with slight variations, and the left hand becomes more active, adding arpeggios and runs. The middle section of the piece is more dramatic, with a faster tempo and a more complex texture. The melody is played in octaves in the right hand, while the left hand plays broken chords and arpeggios. The piece then returns to the opening melody, which is played with even more ornamentation and embellishment. "Abschied von Rom" is a beautiful and expressive piece that showcases Fanny Mendelssohn's skill as a composer. The piece is characterized by its lyrical melodies, delicate harmonies, and subtle shifts in mood and tempo. It is a testament to Fanny's talent and creativity, and it stands as a testament to the rich musical tradition of the Mendelssohn family.

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