Composer

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Bedrich Smetana

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Keyboard

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Character Piece

Compose Date

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1875

Publication Date

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1879

Average_duration

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28:19

Movement_count

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6

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Bedrich Smetana's 'Rêves (6), JB 1:103' is a set of six piano pieces that were composed in 1875. The premiere of the work took place on December 14, 1875, in Prague, with Smetana himself performing the pieces. The six movements of the work are titled 'Le Matin', 'Le Jour', 'Le Soir', 'La Nuit', 'Le Lever de la Lune', and 'Le Lever du Soleil'. The first movement, 'Le Matin', is a bright and cheerful piece that captures the essence of a beautiful morning. The second movement, 'Le Jour', is a lively and energetic piece that represents the hustle and bustle of a busy day. The third movement, 'Le Soir', is a more subdued piece that captures the peacefulness of the evening. The fourth movement, 'La Nuit', is a dark and mysterious piece that represents the night. The fifth movement, 'Le Lever de la Lune', is a hauntingly beautiful piece that captures the moment when the moon rises. The final movement, 'Le Lever du Soleil', is a triumphant piece that represents the sunrise. The characteristics of 'Rêves (6), JB 1:103' are typical of Smetana's style. The pieces are highly expressive and emotional, with a strong sense of melody and harmony. Smetana's use of chromaticism and dissonance adds to the emotional intensity of the pieces. The work also showcases Smetana's skill as a pianist, with intricate and challenging passages throughout. Overall, 'Rêves (6), JB 1:103' is a beautiful and evocative work that showcases Smetana's talent as a composer and pianist. The six movements capture different moods and moments throughout the day and night, and the work as a whole is a testament to Smetana's ability to create music that is both technically challenging and emotionally powerful.

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