Composer

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Antonin Dvorák

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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Nov 1879

Publication Date

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1880

Average_duration

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19:18

Movement_count

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12

Movement ....

Antonin Dvorák's "Silhouettes (12), B. 98, Op. 8" is a collection of twelve short piano pieces that were composed in 1879. The work was premiered in Prague on January 6, 1880, with Dvorák himself playing the piano. The twelve movements of "Silhouettes" are each named after a different character or scene, and they range in length from under a minute to just over two minutes. The pieces are characterized by their simplicity and charm, with Dvorák using folk-like melodies and rhythms to create a sense of nostalgia and warmth. The first movement, "Allegro con moto," sets the tone for the rest of the work with its lively, dance-like melody. The second movement, "Andante," is more introspective, with a gentle, flowing melody that evokes a sense of longing. The third movement, "Allegro scherzando," is playful and energetic, with a syncopated rhythm that gives it a sense of urgency. The fourth movement, "Andante con moto," is one of the most beautiful pieces in the collection, with a haunting melody that is both melancholy and uplifting. The fifth movement, "Allegro," is a lively dance that is full of energy and vitality. The sixth movement, "Andante," is a gentle, lyrical piece that is full of grace and elegance. The seventh movement, "Allegro," is a lively and playful dance that is full of joy and exuberance. The eighth movement, "Andante con moto," is a beautiful and introspective piece that is full of emotion and depth. The ninth movement, "Allegro," is a lively and energetic dance that is full of vitality and spirit. The tenth movement, "Andante," is a gentle and lyrical piece that is full of grace and beauty. The eleventh movement, "Allegro," is a lively and playful dance that is full of energy and excitement. The final movement, "Andante con moto," is a beautiful and introspective piece that brings the collection to a close with a sense of peace and tranquility. Overall, "Silhouettes" is a charming and delightful collection of piano pieces that showcases Dvorák's gift for melody and his ability to evoke a sense of nostalgia and warmth through his music.

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