Composer

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Frédéric Chopin

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Mazurka

Compose Date

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ca. 1830 - 1846

Publication Date

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1855

Average_duration

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9:16

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Frédéric Chopin's 'Mazurkas (4) for piano, Op. 68' is a set of four mazurkas composed in 1849-50. The set was published in 1855, after Chopin's death. The mazurka is a Polish folk dance in triple meter, and Chopin was known for his innovative and virtuosic treatment of the form. The first mazurka in the set, in C major, is marked Vivace and has a lively, dance-like character. The second, in A minor, is marked Non tanto and has a more introspective, melancholic quality. The third, in F major, is marked Allegro and has a bright, playful character. The final mazurka, in F minor, is marked Lento and has a mournful, elegiac quality. Chopin's mazurkas are known for their intricate rhythms, rich harmonies, and expressive melodies. They often incorporate elements of Polish folk music, such as the use of modal scales and irregular phrase lengths. Chopin's mazurkas also showcase his virtuosic piano writing, with elaborate figurations and rapid passagework. The 'Mazurkas (4) for piano, Op. 68' is a prime example of Chopin's mastery of the mazurka form. The set is a testament to his ability to infuse traditional folk music with his own unique voice, creating a body of work that is both deeply rooted in tradition and highly innovative.

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