Composer

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Clara Wieck Schumann

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Character Piece

Compose Date

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1841 - 1844

Publication Date

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1845

Average_duration

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12:27

Movement_count

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4

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Clara Wieck Schumann's 'Pièces Fugitives (4), Op. 15' is a set of four short piano pieces that were composed in 1838. The pieces were premiered by Clara herself in Leipzig on January 1, 1839. The four movements are titled 'Capriccioso', 'Romanze', 'Intermezzo', and 'Finale'. The first movement, 'Capriccioso', is a lively and playful piece that showcases Clara's virtuosic piano skills. The piece is characterized by its fast tempo, intricate runs, and sudden dynamic changes. The second movement, 'Romanze', is a slower and more lyrical piece that features a beautiful melody in the right hand accompanied by gentle arpeggios in the left hand. The third movement, 'Intermezzo', is a short and sweet piece that serves as a brief interlude between the more substantial movements. The final movement, 'Finale', is a lively and energetic piece that brings the set to a thrilling conclusion. The movement is characterized by its fast tempo, syncopated rhythms, and virtuosic runs. Overall, 'Pièces Fugitives (4), Op. 15' is a charming and delightful set of piano pieces that showcases Clara Wieck Schumann's talents as both a composer and a pianist. The set is notable for its technical demands and its expressive melodies, which demonstrate Clara's mastery of the Romantic style.

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