Composer

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Franz Liszt

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1837 - 1838

Publication Date

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1838 - 1879

Average_duration

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6:14

Franz Liszt's 'Du bist die ruh' (I & II) (after Schubert, D. 776), S. 558/3 & S. 558bis/3' is a set of two piano pieces based on Franz Schubert's song of the same name. Liszt composed the pieces in 1848 and they were premiered in the same year. The first movement, S. 558/3, is a transcription of Schubert's song for solo piano. Liszt's transcription is faithful to the original melody and harmonies, but he adds his own virtuosic flourishes and embellishments. The piece begins with a gentle, flowing melody in the right hand, accompanied by a simple chord progression in the left hand. As the piece progresses, Liszt adds more complex harmonies and intricate runs and arpeggios, building to a climax before returning to the gentle opening melody. The piece ends with a soft, delicate coda. The second movement, S. 558bis/3, is a more free-form piece that takes inspiration from Schubert's song but does not directly transcribe it. The piece begins with a slow, mournful melody in the left hand, accompanied by a simple arpeggio pattern in the right hand. As the piece progresses, Liszt introduces more complex harmonies and rhythms, building to a dramatic climax before returning to the mournful opening melody. The piece ends with a soft, introspective coda. Both movements of 'Du bist die ruh' showcase Liszt's virtuosic piano writing and his ability to create complex, emotionally expressive music. The pieces are characterized by their flowing melodies, intricate harmonies, and dramatic climaxes. They are also notable for their use of rubato, a technique in which the performer takes liberties with the tempo to create a more expressive performance. Overall, 'Du bist die ruh' is a beautiful and moving tribute to Schubert's original song, and a testament to Liszt's skill as a composer and pianist.

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