Composer

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Anton Rubinstein

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1879

Publication Date

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1880

Movement_count

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20

Movement ....

Anton Rubinstein's 'Bal costumé, suite of characteristic pieces (20) for piano, 4 hands, Op. 103' is a delightful collection of pieces that was composed in 1888. The suite was premiered in the same year in St. Petersburg, Russia, and was an instant success. The suite is divided into twenty movements, each of which is a musical representation of a different character or costume. The first movement, 'Introduction', sets the tone for the entire suite. It is a grand and majestic piece that introduces the listener to the world of the ball. The second movement, 'The Masked Ball', is a lively and energetic piece that captures the excitement and energy of the ball. The third movement, 'The Spanish Dance', is a sultry and sensual piece that evokes the passion and heat of Spain. The fourth movement, 'The Waltz', is a classic waltz that is both elegant and graceful. The fifth movement, 'The Polka', is a lively and playful piece that is sure to get your toes tapping. The sixth movement, 'The Mazurka', is a traditional Polish dance that is both lively and romantic. The seventh movement, 'The Tarantella', is a fast and frenzied piece that captures the energy and excitement of the Italian dance. The eighth movement, 'The Gavotte', is a stately and elegant piece that is perfect for a formal ball. The ninth movement, 'The Minuet', is a graceful and refined piece that is perfect for a more intimate setting. The tenth movement, 'The Quadrille', is a lively and energetic piece that is perfect for a group dance. The eleventh movement, 'The Schottische', is a playful and lively piece that is perfect for a more informal dance. The twelfth movement, 'The Galop', is a fast and frenzied piece that is perfect for a lively dance. The thirteenth movement, 'The Cossack Dance', is a lively and energetic piece that captures the spirit of the Russian dance. The fourteenth movement, 'The Hungarian Dance', is a lively and playful piece that captures the spirit of the Hungarian dance. The fifteenth movement, 'The Turkish Dance', is a fast and frenzied piece that captures the spirit of the Turkish dance. The sixteenth movement, 'The Chinese Dance', is a delicate and graceful piece that captures the spirit of the Chinese dance. The seventeenth movement, 'The Japanese Dance', is a delicate and graceful piece that captures the spirit of the Japanese dance. The eighteenth movement, 'The Egyptian Dance', is a sultry and sensual piece that captures the spirit of the Egyptian dance. The nineteenth movement, 'The Russian Dance', is a lively and energetic piece that captures the spirit of the Russian dance. The twentieth and final movement, 'The Finale', is a grand and majestic piece that brings the suite to a triumphant close. Overall, 'Bal costumé, suite of characteristic pieces (20) for piano, 4 hands, Op. 103' is a delightful collection of pieces that is perfect for any ball or dance. The suite is full of energy, passion, and excitement, and is sure to be a hit with any audience.

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