Composer

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Leo Ornstein

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1929 - 1930

Average_duration

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23:08

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Leo Ornstein's "Preludes (6)" is a set of six piano pieces that were composed in 1914. The work premiered in New York City on January 27, 1915, with Ornstein himself performing. The six movements are titled "Impetuoso," "Allegro," "Lento," "Allegro," "Molto Allegro," and "Allegro Moderato." The first movement, "Impetuoso," is characterized by its fast and energetic tempo, with a driving rhythm and complex harmonies. The second movement, "Allegro," is similarly fast-paced, but with a more playful and whimsical character. The third movement, "Lento," is a slow and contemplative piece, with a haunting melody and rich, expressive harmonies. The fourth movement, "Allegro," returns to the fast and energetic tempo of the first two movements, but with a more angular and dissonant character. The fifth movement, "Molto Allegro," is the shortest of the set, and is marked by its frenetic pace and virtuosic piano writing. The final movement, "Allegro Moderato," is a lively and upbeat piece, with a catchy melody and a sense of joyful exuberance. Overall, Ornstein's "Preludes (6)" are characterized by their complex harmonies, virtuosic piano writing, and wide range of moods and emotions. The set is a testament to Ornstein's innovative and forward-thinking approach to composition, and remains a significant work in the piano repertoire to this day.

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