Composer

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Sergey Lyapunov

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Keyboard

Style

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Etude

Average_duration

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69:39

Movement_count

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12

Movement ....

Sergey Lyapunov's 'Etudes (12) D'Execution Transcendente, Op. 11' is a set of twelve virtuosic piano etudes composed between 1897 and 1905. The work was premiered by the composer himself in 1900 and was dedicated to Franz Liszt, who had inspired Lyapunov's interest in virtuosic piano music. The twelve etudes are divided into two books, each containing six etudes. The first book focuses on technical challenges such as finger dexterity, hand independence, and rapid octave passages. The second book explores more complex musical ideas such as polyrhythms, chromaticism, and advanced harmonies. The first etude, "Berceuse," is a gentle lullaby that showcases Lyapunov's lyrical writing. The second etude, "Harmonies du Soir," is a nod to Liszt's famous work of the same name and features cascading arpeggios and rapid octave passages. The third etude, "Un Sospiro," is a transcription of Liszt's famous piano piece and features a delicate melody accompanied by rapid arpeggios. The fourth etude, "Feux Follets," is a technical tour-de-force that requires the pianist to play rapid chromatic runs with both hands. The fifth etude, "Vision," is a dreamy and impressionistic piece that features a haunting melody and lush harmonies. The final etude in the first book, "Eroica," is a grand and heroic piece that showcases the pianist's ability to play rapid octave passages with both hands. The second book begins with "Prelude," a short and fiery piece that features rapid octave passages and complex rhythms. The second etude, "Toccatina," is a playful and virtuosic piece that requires the pianist to play rapid runs and arpeggios with both hands. The third etude, "Carillon," is a transcription of a bell-like piece by Louis Vierne and features rapid repeated notes and complex harmonies. The fourth etude, "Appassionato," is a passionate and dramatic piece that features sweeping arpeggios and complex harmonies. The fifth etude, "En Forme de Valse," is a waltz that features a playful melody and intricate rhythms. The final etude, "Chant d'Amour," is a lyrical and romantic piece that showcases Lyapunov's gift for melody. Overall, Lyapunov's 'Etudes (12) D'Execution Transcendente, Op. 11' is a challenging and virtuosic work that showcases the pianist's technical abilities as well as their musicality. The work is a testament to Lyapunov's admiration for Liszt and his desire to push the boundaries of piano technique and expression.

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