Composer

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Bedrich Smetana

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Polka

Compose Date

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1848 - 1854

Publication Date

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1854 - 1855

Average_duration

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11:13

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Bedrich Smetana's 'Salon Polkas (3), JB 1:60, Op. 7' is a set of three polkas composed for piano in 1849. The set was premiered in Prague in the same year. The three movements are titled 'Polka in A major', 'Polka in F major', and 'Polka in D major'. The first movement, 'Polka in A major', is a lively and energetic piece with a playful melody. The second movement, 'Polka in F major', is more subdued and features a more melancholic melody. The final movement, 'Polka in D major', is the most complex of the three, with a more intricate melody and a faster tempo. The 'Salon Polkas' are characteristic of Smetana's early style, which was heavily influenced by the music of his native Bohemia. The polkas are light and cheerful, with a distinctly Czech flavor. They are also notable for their use of syncopation, which gives the music a lively and rhythmic feel. Overall, the 'Salon Polkas' are a charming and delightful set of pieces that showcase Smetana's early talent as a composer. While they may not be as well-known as some of his later works, they are still beloved by fans of classical music and are frequently performed in concert halls around the world.

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