Composer

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Ludwig van Beethoven

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Keyboard

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Bagatelle

Compose Date

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1822

Average_duration

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1:24

Bagatelle for piano in D major, Op. 119/3 is a short piano piece composed by Ludwig van Beethoven in 1820. It is the third of six bagatelles in his Opus 119 collection. The bagatelle was dedicated to his friend and patron, Antonie Brentano. The bagatelle was first published in Vienna in 1822 by the publisher S.A. Steiner. It was later republished in 1828 by the publisher Diabelli as part of a complete edition of Beethoven's piano works. The bagatelle is a short and lively piece, with a duration of approximately two minutes. It is written in D major and has a moderate tempo. The piece is in ternary form, with a lively and playful outer section and a more lyrical and expressive middle section. The bagatelle begins with a lively and playful melody in the right hand, accompanied by a simple and repetitive left-hand pattern. The melody is characterized by its use of short, staccato notes and its playful, almost mischievous character. The middle section of the piece is more lyrical and expressive, with a more flowing melody and a more complex harmonic structure. Overall, the bagatelle is a charming and delightful piece, typical of Beethoven's late style. It showcases his mastery of melody, harmony, and form, and is a testament to his enduring influence on the piano repertoire.

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