Composer

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Thomas D.A. Tellefsen

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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15:28

Movement_count

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6

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Thomas D.A. Tellefsen's 'Six Mazurkas for piano, Op. 14' is a collection of six mazurkas composed in the mid-19th century. The exact date of composition is not known, but it is believed to have been written between 1845 and 1850. The mazurkas were first published in 1850 by the Norwegian music publisher, C.F. Peters. The premiere of the 'Six Mazurkas for piano, Op. 14' is not recorded, but it is likely that Tellefsen performed them himself in concerts throughout Europe. Tellefsen was a renowned pianist and composer, and his music was well-received by audiences and critics alike. The six mazurkas in the collection are each unique in their own way, but they share some common characteristics. They are all written in 3/4 time and are in the key of A minor, B-flat major, G minor, E-flat major, C-sharp minor, and A-flat major, respectively. They are all relatively short, with the longest being just over three minutes and the shortest being just over one minute. The first mazurka in the collection, in A minor, is marked Allegro moderato and has a lively, dance-like quality. The second mazurka, in B-flat major, is marked Andantino and has a more lyrical, flowing melody. The third mazurka, in G minor, is marked Allegro and has a more dramatic, intense character. The fourth mazurka, in E-flat major, is marked Andante and has a more contemplative, introspective quality. The fifth mazurka, in C-sharp minor, is marked Allegro con fuoco and has a fiery, passionate character. The final mazurka, in A-flat major, is marked Allegro moderato and has a joyful, celebratory quality. Overall, Tellefsen's 'Six Mazurkas for piano, Op. 14' is a charming and varied collection of mazurkas that showcase the composer's skill as a pianist and composer. They are still performed and enjoyed by pianists and audiences today.

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