Composer

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Franz Liszt

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Waltz

Compose Date

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1883

Publication Date

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1884

Average_duration

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5:03

Franz Liszt's 'Valse oubliée, for piano No. 3 (I & II), S. 215/3' is a set of two waltzes composed in 1881. The first waltz is in A-flat major and the second in D-flat major. The piece was premiered by Liszt himself in Weimar, Germany in 1883. The first waltz begins with a gentle and melancholic melody played in the right hand, accompanied by a simple waltz rhythm in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with added ornamentation and a more complex accompaniment. The middle section of the waltz features a more lively and playful melody, with the left hand playing a syncopated rhythm. The piece ends with a return to the original melody, played with added embellishments and a softer touch. The second waltz begins with a more upbeat and lively melody, played in the right hand with a fast waltz rhythm in the left hand. The middle section of the waltz features a more subdued and introspective melody, played with a slower tempo and a more legato touch. The piece ends with a return to the original melody, played with added ornamentation and a faster tempo. Both waltzes are characterized by Liszt's signature virtuosity and expressive lyricism. The pieces showcase Liszt's ability to create beautiful melodies and intricate harmonies, while also demonstrating his mastery of the piano as an instrument. The 'Valse oubliée' is a testament to Liszt's enduring legacy as one of the greatest composers and pianists of all time.

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