Composer

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Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky

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Keyboard

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Character Piece

Compose Date

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1893

Average_duration

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68:27

Movement_count

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18

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Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky's 'Morceaux (18) for piano, Op. 72' is a collection of 18 short pieces for solo piano. The collection was composed in 1893, and premiered in the same year by the composer himself. The pieces are divided into two sets of nine, and each set has its own distinct character. The first set of nine pieces is characterized by its lyrical and expressive nature. The opening piece, "Impromptu," sets the tone for the set with its flowing melody and delicate accompaniment. Other notable pieces in this set include "Reverie du soir," which features a hauntingly beautiful melody, and "Chant sans paroles," which is a simple and elegant piece that showcases Tchaikovsky's gift for melody. The second set of nine pieces is more varied in character, with pieces ranging from lively and playful to dark and brooding. The opening piece, "Méditation," is a slow and introspective piece that sets the mood for the set. Other notable pieces in this set include "Scherzo-fantasque," which is a lively and playful piece that showcases Tchaikovsky's skill at writing virtuosic piano music, and "Dumka," which is a dark and brooding piece that features a haunting melody and a sense of melancholy. Overall, 'Morceaux (18) for piano, Op. 72' is a collection of short pieces that showcase Tchaikovsky's gift for melody and his skill at writing for the piano. The collection is notable for its variety of character and its ability to evoke a range of emotions in the listener.

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