Composer

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Franz Liszt

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1842

Publication Date

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1998

First Performance

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Jan 11, 1843

Average_duration

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17:26

Franz Liszt's "Fantasie über Motive aus Figaro und Don Juan (after Mozart), S. 697" is a piano work that was composed in 1842. It was premiered in the same year by Liszt himself in Paris. The piece is divided into two movements, with the first movement based on themes from Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro" and the second movement based on themes from Mozart's "Don Giovanni." The first movement of the piece is marked "Allegro vivace," and it begins with a lively and energetic theme that is immediately recognizable as the overture to "The Marriage of Figaro." Liszt then proceeds to develop this theme, adding his own virtuosic flourishes and variations. The movement also includes several other themes from the opera, including the famous "Non più andrai" aria and the "Voi che sapete" aria. Liszt's treatment of these themes is highly virtuosic, with rapid runs, arpeggios, and other technical challenges for the pianist. The second movement of the piece is marked "Andante amoroso," and it begins with a lyrical and romantic theme that is based on the duet between Don Giovanni and Zerlina in Act I of the opera. Liszt then proceeds to develop this theme, adding his own variations and embellishments. The movement also includes several other themes from the opera, including the famous "Là ci darem la mano" duet and the "Champagne Aria." Liszt's treatment of these themes is more subdued than in the first movement, with a greater emphasis on lyricism and expressiveness. Overall, Liszt's "Fantasie über Motive aus Figaro und Don Juan" is a virtuosic and highly expressive work that showcases Liszt's skill as a pianist and his deep understanding of Mozart's music. The piece is notable for its technical challenges, its imaginative variations on Mozart's themes, and its overall sense of drama and excitement.

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