Composer

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Frédéric Chopin

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Waltz

Compose Date

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1835 - 1838

Publication Date

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1838

Average_duration

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13:14

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Frédéric Chopin's 'Waltzes (3) for piano, Op. 34' is a set of three waltzes composed in 1838. The set was premiered in Paris in the same year. The three waltzes are in the keys of A-flat major, A minor, and F major, respectively. The first waltz, in A-flat major, is marked "Vivace" and has a lively and joyful character. It features a playful melody that is passed between the hands, with the left hand providing a steady accompaniment of broken chords. The middle section of the waltz is more subdued, with a more lyrical melody and a more flowing accompaniment. The piece ends with a return to the lively opening theme. The second waltz, in A minor, is marked "Lento" and has a more melancholic character. It features a haunting melody that is played in the right hand, with the left hand providing a simple accompaniment of broken chords. The middle section of the waltz is more agitated, with a faster tempo and a more complex accompaniment. The piece ends with a return to the opening theme, but with a more subdued character. The third waltz, in F major, is marked "Moderato" and has a more relaxed and playful character. It features a simple and catchy melody that is played in the right hand, with the left hand providing a steady accompaniment of broken chords. The middle section of the waltz is more complex, with a faster tempo and a more intricate accompaniment. The piece ends with a return to the opening theme, but with a more elaborate and virtuosic character. Overall, Chopin's 'Waltzes (3) for piano, Op. 34' is a set of three charming and elegant waltzes that showcase Chopin's mastery of the piano and his ability to create memorable melodies and intricate accompaniments. The set is a testament to Chopin's unique style and his contribution to the development of the waltz as a musical form.

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