Composer

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Johann Strauss II

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Polka

Compose Date

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ca. 1892

Publication Date

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1893

Average_duration

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3:18

Johann Strauss II, also known as the "Waltz King," composed the "New Pizzicato Polka, Op. 449 (RV 449)" in 1869. The piece premiered on February 14, 1869, at the Redoutensaal in Vienna, Austria. The "New Pizzicato Polka" is a lively and playful piece that features the use of pizzicato, a technique where the strings of the instruments are plucked instead of bowed. This creates a unique and percussive sound that adds to the polka's rhythmic drive. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement is marked "Allegro," and it features a lively and energetic melody that is passed between the different sections of the orchestra. The second movement is marked "Moderato," and it features a more subdued and lyrical melody that is played by the strings. The third movement is marked "Vivace," and it features a return to the lively and energetic melody of the first movement. Overall, the "New Pizzicato Polka" is a fun and entertaining piece that showcases Strauss's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both catchy and memorable. It remains a popular piece in the classical repertoire and is often performed at concerts and events around the world.

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