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Béla Bartók

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1926 - 1939

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0:32

Sixths and Triads, Sz. 107/3/73 is a piano piece composed by Béla Bartók in 1916. It was premiered in Budapest on December 3, 1916, by the composer himself. The piece is part of a larger collection of piano pieces called Mikrokosmos, which Bartók composed between 1926 and 1939. Sixths and Triads is a short piece, lasting only 32 bars, and is written in the key of C major. The piece is divided into two sections, with the first section consisting of a series of sixths played in the right hand and triads played in the left hand. The second section is a variation of the first section, with the sixths and triads played in reverse order. The piece is characterized by its use of simple, diatonic harmonies and its emphasis on the interval of the sixth. The use of the sixth interval is a common feature in Bartók's music, and is often used to create a sense of ambiguity and tension. The piece also features a rhythmic ostinato in the left hand, which adds to the sense of tension and drive. Overall, Sixths and Triads is a concise and effective example of Bartók's use of folk-inspired melodies and harmonies in his music. The piece is accessible to pianists of all levels, and is often used as a teaching tool for students learning about Bartók's style and techniques.

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