Composer

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Sergey Rachmaninov

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Keyboard

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Song Cycle

Compose Date

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1925

Average_duration

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2:34

Sergey Rachmaninov's "Transcription of Schubert's Wohin? from Die Schöne Müllerin, TN iii/10" is a piano transcription of Franz Schubert's song "Wohin?" from his song cycle "Die Schöne Müllerin." Rachmaninov composed this transcription in 1925, and it was premiered by the composer himself in a recital in New York City on January 17, 1926. The transcription consists of a single movement and is characterized by Rachmaninov's signature lush harmonies and virtuosic piano writing. The piece begins with a gentle, flowing melody in the right hand, accompanied by a simple, repetitive pattern in the left hand. As the piece progresses, the melody becomes more complex and virtuosic, with Rachmaninov adding his own flourishes and embellishments to Schubert's original melody. One of the most striking features of Rachmaninov's transcription is his use of the piano's full range and dynamic capabilities. The piece moves seamlessly from delicate, pianissimo passages to thunderous fortissimo sections, showcasing the full range of the piano's expressive capabilities. Overall, Rachmaninov's "Transcription of Schubert's Wohin? from Die Schöne Müllerin, TN iii/10" is a masterful reimagining of Schubert's original song, showcasing Rachmaninov's unique style and virtuosic piano writing.

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