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Robert Schumann

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1848 - 1849

Average_duration

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3:37

Robert Schumann's 'Waldszenen No. 9 Abschied, Op. 82/9' is a solo piano piece that was composed in 1848. It was premiered in Leipzig, Germany on February 28, 1850, by the composer himself. The piece is part of a larger collection of piano pieces called 'Waldszenen' or 'Forest Scenes', which consists of nine short pieces that depict various scenes and moods of a forest. 'Abschied' or 'Farewell' is the final piece in the collection and is characterized by its melancholic and introspective mood. The piece is in the key of E-flat major and is written in a slow tempo. It consists of a simple melody that is repeated throughout the piece, with variations and embellishments added in each repetition. The piece is divided into three sections or movements. The first section is marked 'Lebhaft' or 'Lively' and is characterized by a flowing and graceful melody that is played in the right hand. The left hand provides a simple accompaniment with broken chords. The second section is marked 'Einfach' or 'Simple' and is characterized by a more subdued and introspective mood. The melody is played in the left hand, while the right hand provides a simple accompaniment with arpeggios. The final section is marked 'Innig' or 'Intimate' and is characterized by a return to the flowing and graceful melody of the first section. The piece ends with a soft and gentle coda that brings the piece to a peaceful and contemplative close. Overall, 'Waldszenen No. 9 Abschied, Op. 82/9' is a beautiful and introspective piece that showcases Schumann's skill as a composer. Its simple melody and graceful accompaniment create a mood of melancholic reflection that is both haunting and beautiful. It is a fitting end to the 'Waldszenen' collection and a testament to Schumann's mastery of the piano.

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