Composer

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Serge Bortkiewicz

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1932

Average_duration

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13:09

Movement_count

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6

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"I'm 3/4 Takt" is a set of six pieces composed by Serge Bortkiewicz, a Ukrainian composer and pianist, in 1925. The title of the work translates to "I'm in 3/4 time," which refers to the time signature of all six pieces. The work was premiered in Berlin in 1926, with Bortkiewicz himself performing. The six pieces in the set are: 1. Allegro con fuoco 2. Andante con moto 3. Allegro moderato 4. Andantino 5. Allegro vivace 6. Andante sostenuto Each piece has its own distinct character and mood, but they are all connected by the common time signature and Bortkiewicz's lush, romantic style. The first piece, "Allegro con fuoco," is a fiery and virtuosic opening that showcases Bortkiewicz's technical prowess. The second piece, "Andante con moto," is a lyrical and expressive piece that features a beautiful melody in the right hand. The third piece, "Allegro moderato," is a playful and light-hearted scherzo. The fourth piece, "Andantino," is a tender and introspective piece that features a haunting melody in the left hand. The fifth piece, "Allegro vivace," is a lively and energetic piece that features rapid runs and arpeggios. The final piece, "Andante sostenuto," is a slow and melancholic piece that brings the set to a contemplative close. Overall, "I'm 3/4 Takt" is a beautiful and varied set of pieces that showcases Bortkiewicz's talent as a composer and pianist. The work is characterized by its lush harmonies, expressive melodies, and virtuosic passages, and it remains a beloved part of the piano repertoire to this day.

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