Composer

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Max Reger

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1904 - 1912

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35

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Max Reger's "Aus Meinem Tagebuch (35), Op. 82" is a collection of 35 short piano pieces that were composed between 1900 and 1902. The work was premiered in 1903 by pianist Karl Heinrich Barth and was published the same year by the publisher C.F. Peters. The collection is divided into five movements, each containing a varying number of pieces. The first movement, "Impressions," contains 10 pieces that are characterized by their impressionistic style and use of chromaticism. The second movement, "Moods," contains 8 pieces that are more introspective and contemplative in nature. The third movement, "Caprices," contains 7 pieces that are characterized by their virtuosic and playful nature. The fourth movement, "Dreams," contains 6 pieces that are more atmospheric and dreamlike. The final movement, "Dances," contains 4 pieces that are lively and rhythmic. The pieces in "Aus Meinem Tagebuch" are characterized by their complex harmonies, intricate textures, and use of counterpoint. Reger's use of chromaticism and dissonance is also a prominent feature of the work. The pieces range in difficulty from intermediate to advanced, with some requiring a high level of technical skill. Overall, "Aus Meinem Tagebuch" is a significant work in Reger's oeuvre and is considered to be one of his most important contributions to the piano repertoire. Its unique blend of impressionistic and virtuosic elements make it a challenging and rewarding work for pianists to perform.

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