Composer

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Ernst von Dohnányi

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Rhapsody

Compose Date

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1904

Publication Date

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1904

First Performance

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Nov 29, 1904

Average_duration

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28:47

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Ernst von Dohnányi's 'Rhapsodies (4) for piano, Op. 11' is a set of four pieces for solo piano. The composition was completed in 1902 and premiered in Budapest the same year. The four movements are titled 'Capriccio', 'Romanza', 'Scherzo', and 'Czardas'. The first movement, 'Capriccio', is a lively and playful piece with a fast tempo and intricate rhythms. The second movement, 'Romanza', is a slower and more lyrical piece with a beautiful melody and expressive phrasing. The third movement, 'Scherzo', is a fast and energetic piece with a playful and whimsical character. The final movement, 'Czardas', is a lively and virtuosic piece with a strong Hungarian folk influence, featuring fast runs and intricate rhythms. The 'Rhapsodies (4) for piano, Op. 11' showcase Dohnányi's skill as a composer and pianist, with their technical demands and expressive qualities. The pieces are characterized by their use of complex rhythms, virtuosic passages, and rich harmonies. The influence of Hungarian folk music is also evident throughout the composition, particularly in the final movement. Overall, the 'Rhapsodies (4) for piano, Op. 11' are a significant contribution to the repertoire of solo piano music, and remain popular among pianists and audiences alike.

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