Composer

:

Edward Elgar

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1884

Average_duration

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9:45

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Edward Elgar's 'Pieces (3), Op. 4' is a set of three short pieces for violin and piano. The composition was completed in 1888, when Elgar was just 21 years old. The premiere of the work took place on 17th December 1890, at the Worcester Guildhall, with Elgar himself playing the violin and his friend Frank Schuster accompanying him on the piano. The three movements of the piece are marked as follows: 1. Allegro molto in G minor 2. Romance: Andante in B flat major 3. Allegro in C major The first movement is a lively and energetic piece, with a strong sense of rhythm and a driving melody. The violin and piano parts are closely intertwined, with the violin often taking the lead and the piano providing a supportive accompaniment. The second movement, by contrast, is a slow and lyrical piece, with a beautiful melody that is passed back and forth between the violin and piano. The final movement is a lively and playful piece, with a jaunty melody that is full of energy and vitality. Overall, 'Pieces (3), Op. 4' is a charming and engaging work that showcases Elgar's early talent as a composer. The piece is notable for its strong sense of melody and rhythm, as well as its skillful use of the violin and piano as complementary instruments. While it may not be as well-known as some of Elgar's later works, 'Pieces (3), Op. 4' is still a delightful piece of music that is well worth listening to.

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