Composer

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Clara Wieck Schumann

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1834 -
1836

Publication Date

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October, 1836

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02:17

Clara Wieck Schumann was a German pianist and composer of the Romantic era. She was born on September 13, 1819, in Leipzig, Germany, and died on May 20, 1896, in Frankfurt, Germany. She was a child prodigy and began performing in public at the age of nine. She was also a prolific composer, with over 60 works to her name. One of her most famous works is the Mazurka for piano in G major, Op. 6/5. It was composed in 1834 when Clara was just 15 years old. The piece was first published in 1835 as part of her Opus 6, which also included a set of Polonaises and a set of Waltzes. The Mazurka for piano in G major, Op. 6/5, is a lively and energetic piece that is typical of the Mazurka genre. The Mazurka is a Polish folk dance that was popular in the 19th century. It is characterized by its lively tempo and syncopated rhythm. The Mazurka for piano in G major, Op. 6/5, is in three movements. The first movement is in G major and is marked Allegro. It is a lively and energetic movement that is full of energy and vitality. The second movement is in D major and is marked Andante. It is a slower and more contemplative movement that provides a contrast to the first movement. The third movement is in G major and is marked Allegro vivace. It is a fast and lively movement that brings the piece to a thrilling conclusion. The Mazurka for piano in G major, Op. 6/5, is a virtuosic piece that showcases Clara's technical skill as a pianist. It is also a testament to her talent as a composer, as she was able to create a piece that is both technically challenging and musically engaging. The piece has become a staple of the piano repertoire and is still performed and enjoyed by pianists and audiences today.

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