Composer

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Edvard Grieg

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Berceuse / Cradle Song

Compose Date

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1897 - 1899

Publication Date

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1899

Average_duration

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2:57

Bådnlåt, also known as "At the Cradle," is a lyric piece for piano composed by Edvard Grieg in 1899. It is the fifth piece in his Opus 68 collection of Lyric Pieces. The piece is a lullaby, and its title translates to "bottom of the sea" in Norwegian. The piece premiered on January 15, 1900, in Leipzig, Germany, with Grieg himself performing. It was later published in 1901 by Peters Edition. Bådnlåt is a slow and gentle piece, with a simple melody that is repeated throughout the piece. The left hand plays a steady rhythm, imitating the rocking of a cradle, while the right hand plays the melody. The piece is in the key of G major and has a time signature of 6/8. The piece is divided into two sections, with the second section being a variation of the first. The first section begins with a soft and delicate melody, which gradually builds in intensity before returning to its original softness. The second section is more ornamented, with the melody being played in a higher register and with more embellishments. Bådnlåt is characteristic of Grieg's style, with its use of folk melodies and simple harmonies. The piece is often performed as a standalone work and is a popular choice for lullabies and children's music.

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