Composer

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Viktor Stepanovych Kosenko

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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February, 1922-July, 1923

Average_duration

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35:26

Movement_count

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11

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Études (11) for piano, Op. 8 is a collection of piano pieces composed by Viktor Stepanovych Kosenko. The collection was composed in 1921 and premiered in the same year in Kiev, Ukraine. The collection consists of eleven movements, each with its own unique characteristics and challenges for the pianist. The first movement, marked Allegro, is a fast and lively piece that showcases the pianist's technical abilities. The second movement, marked Andante, is a slower and more lyrical piece that requires the pianist to play with sensitivity and expression. The third movement, marked Allegro molto, is another fast and energetic piece that demands precision and agility from the pianist. The fourth movement, marked Andante con moto, is a gentle and flowing piece that requires the pianist to play with a delicate touch. The fifth movement, marked Allegro con fuoco, is a fiery and intense piece that showcases the pianist's ability to play with power and passion. The sixth movement, marked Andante sostenuto, is a slow and mournful piece that requires the pianist to play with great emotional depth. The seventh movement, marked Allegro moderato, is a playful and lighthearted piece that demands a nimble and agile touch from the pianist. The eighth movement, marked Andante con moto, is a gentle and introspective piece that requires the pianist to play with sensitivity and nuance. The ninth movement, marked Allegro molto, is another fast and energetic piece that demands precision and dexterity from the pianist. The tenth movement, marked Andante sostenuto, is a slow and contemplative piece that requires the pianist to play with great expressiveness and feeling. The final movement, marked Allegro con fuoco, is a triumphant and exuberant piece that brings the collection to a thrilling conclusion. Overall, Études (11) for piano, Op. 8 is a challenging and rewarding collection of piano pieces that showcases Viktor Stepanovych Kosenko's skill as a composer and his understanding of the piano as an instrument. Each movement presents its own unique challenges and opportunities for the pianist to demonstrate their technical abilities and musicality.

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