Composer

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Fanny Mendelssohn

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Average_duration

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14:49

Movement_count

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4

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Fanny Mendelssohn's 'Songs (4), for piano, Op. 6' is a collection of four solo piano pieces composed in 1829. The pieces were premiered in Berlin in the same year, with Fanny herself performing them. The four movements are titled 'Allegro molto', 'Andante con moto', 'Allegretto', and 'Allegro assai'. The first movement, 'Allegro molto', is a lively and energetic piece in 6/8 time. It features a playful melody that is passed between the hands, with the left hand providing a steady accompaniment of broken chords. The second movement, 'Andante con moto', is a slower and more contemplative piece. It begins with a simple melody in the right hand, accompanied by a gentle arpeggio in the left. The melody is then developed and expanded upon, with the left hand providing a more complex accompaniment. The third movement, 'Allegretto', is a light and cheerful piece in 2/4 time. It features a bouncy melody that is passed between the hands, with the left hand providing a simple accompaniment of chords. The final movement, 'Allegro assai', is a fast and lively piece in 6/8 time. It features a virtuosic melody that is passed between the hands, with the left hand providing a complex accompaniment of arpeggios and broken chords. Overall, Fanny Mendelssohn's 'Songs (4), for piano, Op. 6' is a charming and delightful collection of solo piano pieces. The pieces showcase Fanny's skill as a composer and pianist, with their intricate melodies and complex accompaniments. They are a testament to Fanny's talent and creativity, and remain a beloved part of the piano repertoire to this day.

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