Composer

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Edvard Grieg

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Dance

Compose Date

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1902 - 1903

Publication Date

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1903

Average_duration

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34:19

Movement_count

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17

Movement ....

Edvard Grieg's 'Norwegian Peasant Dances, Op. 72' is a collection of eight short pieces for piano, composed in 1896. The work was premiered in Christiania (now Oslo) on November 1, 1896, with the composer himself at the piano. The eight movements of the work are: 1. Allegro moderato 2. Allegretto tranquillo e grazioso 3. Allegro moderato alla Marcia 4. Allegro molto 5. Allegro moderato alla Marcia 6. Allegro vivace 7. Allegro moderato alla Marcia 8. Allegro con brio The 'Norwegian Peasant Dances' are characterized by their lively rhythms, colorful harmonies, and use of folk melodies. Grieg was deeply influenced by the folk music of his native Norway, and he incorporated many elements of this music into his compositions. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, is a lively dance in 2/4 time, featuring a playful melody in the right hand and a driving accompaniment in the left. The second movement, marked Allegretto tranquillo e grazioso, is a gentle waltz in 3/4 time, with a lyrical melody and delicate harmonies. The third movement, marked Allegro moderato alla Marcia, is a march-like dance in 2/4 time, with a strong rhythmic pulse and a bold melody. The fourth movement, marked Allegro molto, is a fast and furious dance in 6/8 time, with a virtuosic piano part and a driving rhythm. The fifth movement, marked Allegro moderato alla Marcia, is another march-like dance in 2/4 time, with a lively melody and a playful accompaniment. The sixth movement, marked Allegro vivace, is a fast and lively dance in 2/4 time, with a catchy melody and a syncopated rhythm. The seventh movement, marked Allegro moderato alla Marcia, is yet another march-like dance in 2/4 time, with a bold melody and a driving accompaniment. The final movement, marked Allegro con brio, is a fast and energetic dance in 2/4 time, with a lively melody and a virtuosic piano part. Overall, Grieg's 'Norwegian Peasant Dances, Op. 72' is a charming and lively collection of pieces that showcases the composer's love of Norwegian folk music and his skill as a pianist and composer.

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