Composer

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Franz Liszt

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Compose Date

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1869

Average_duration

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8:21

Franz Liszt's "Soirées de Vienne, No. 6 (II; after Schubert D. 969 & 779) S. 427/6ii" is a piano piece that was composed in 1852. It was premiered in the same year in Weimar, Germany. The piece is part of a set of nine pieces that Liszt composed, which were inspired by the Viennese waltzes of Johann Strauss II. The piece is divided into three movements, with the second movement being the most well-known. The first movement is marked "Allegro con spirito" and is in the key of A-flat major. It is a lively and energetic piece that features rapid arpeggios and runs, as well as a playful melody that is reminiscent of a Viennese waltz. The second movement, marked "Allegretto quasi andantino," is the most famous of the three. It is a transcription of two Schubert waltzes, D. 969 and D. 779, and is in the key of G-flat major. The piece begins with a simple melody that is played in the right hand, while the left hand provides a gentle accompaniment. As the piece progresses, the melody becomes more complex and is accompanied by a series of arpeggios and runs. The overall effect is one of elegance and grace, with a touch of melancholy. The third movement, marked "Vivace," is in the key of A-flat major and is a lively and energetic piece that features rapid runs and arpeggios. It is a fitting conclusion to the set, as it brings the listener back to the lively and playful mood of the first movement. Overall, "Soirées de Vienne, No. 6 (II; after Schubert D. 969 & 779) S. 427/6ii" is a beautiful and elegant piece that showcases Liszt's skill as a composer and pianist. The second movement, in particular, is a masterpiece of transcription, as Liszt manages to capture the essence of Schubert's waltzes while adding his own unique touch.

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