Composer

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Clara Wieck Schumann

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Character Piece

Compose Date

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1833 - 1836

Publication Date

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Sep 2006Sep 1836

Average_duration

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13:21

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Clara Wieck Schumann's 'Pièces Charactéristiques (4), Op. 5' is a set of four character pieces for solo piano. The pieces were composed in 1834 when Clara was just 15 years old. The premiere of the work took place in Leipzig in the same year. The four movements of the 'Pièces Charactéristiques' are titled 'Impromptu', 'Capriccio', 'Romanze', and 'Intermezzo'. Each movement is distinct in character and showcases Clara's early compositional style. The first movement, 'Impromptu', is a lively and playful piece in 6/8 time. It features a catchy melody that is passed between the hands and a virtuosic middle section that showcases Clara's technical abilities as a pianist. The second movement, 'Capriccio', is a fast and energetic piece in 2/4 time. It features rapid arpeggios and runs in both hands, as well as sudden dynamic changes and unexpected harmonic shifts. The third movement, 'Romanze', is a slow and lyrical piece in 3/4 time. It features a beautiful melody that is passed between the hands and delicate ornamentation that adds to the overall romantic character of the piece. The final movement, 'Intermezzo', is a light and graceful piece in 6/8 time. It features a flowing melody that is accompanied by gentle arpeggios and delicate trills. Overall, the 'Pièces Charactéristiques (4), Op. 5' showcase Clara Wieck Schumann's early compositional style and her technical abilities as a pianist. The pieces are characterized by their distinct characters and use of virtuosic techniques, and they remain an important part of Clara's early oeuvre.

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