Composer

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Jan Ladislav Dussek

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Sonatina

Compose Date

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1806 - 1807

Publication Date

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1807

Average_duration

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16:09

Movement_count

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2

Movement ....

Jan Ladislav Dussek's Piano Sonata in F sharp minor Elégie Harmonique, Op. 61, C. 211 was composed in 1812. The piece premiered in London in the same year, with Dussek himself performing. The sonata is comprised of three movements: I. Allegro moderato II. Adagio III. Allegro The first movement begins with a dramatic and intense introduction, featuring a descending chromatic scale in the left hand and a rising melody in the right. The main theme is then introduced, which is characterized by its use of dotted rhythms and syncopation. The development section explores various keys and themes, before returning to the main theme in the recapitulation. The movement ends with a coda that features virtuosic runs and arpeggios. The second movement, Adagio, is a beautiful and melancholic piece that showcases Dussek's lyrical abilities. The melody is simple yet expressive, and is accompanied by delicate arpeggios in the left hand. The middle section features a more agitated theme, before returning to the main melody in a different key. The movement ends with a soft and peaceful coda. The final movement, Allegro, is a lively and energetic piece that features a playful main theme. The development section explores various keys and themes, before returning to the main theme in the recapitulation. The movement ends with a virtuosic coda that showcases Dussek's technical abilities. Overall, Dussek's Piano Sonata in F sharp minor Elégie Harmonique, Op. 61, C. 211 is a beautiful and expressive piece that showcases Dussek's abilities as a composer and pianist. The piece is characterized by its use of dotted rhythms, syncopation, and virtuosic runs and arpeggios. The second movement is particularly notable for its lyrical and expressive melody.

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