Composer

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Robert Schumann

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Compose Date

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1848

Average_duration

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0:23

Robert Schumann's 'Album für die Jugend (additional) No. 1 Für ganz Kleine, WoO 30/1' was composed in 1848. It was premiered in the same year and is a part of his larger work, 'Album für die Jugend' (Album for the Young). The piece is a short and simple piano composition, consisting of only one movement. It is intended for very young children and is meant to be easy to play and understand. The piece is in the key of C major and has a playful and cheerful character. The piece begins with a simple melody played in the right hand, accompanied by a basic chord progression in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with slight variations, and the left hand adds a few more notes to the accompaniment. The piece then moves into a short section with a more complex rhythm, before returning to the original melody. Overall, 'Album für die Jugend (additional) No. 1 Für ganz Kleine, WoO 30/1' is a charming and delightful piece of music that is perfect for young children who are just beginning to learn the piano. Its simplicity and cheerful character make it a great introduction to the world of classical music.

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