Composer

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Robert Fuchs

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1927

Average_duration

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22:01

Movement_count

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6

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Robert Fuchs' Six Fantasies for viola and piano, Op. 117, is a collection of six pieces that were composed in 1912. The work was premiered in Vienna in the same year, with the composer himself playing the piano and the violist being none other than the famous Lionel Tertis. The six movements of the work are as follows: 1. Allegro moderato 2. Andante con moto 3. Allegro vivace 4. Andante sostenuto 5. Allegro con brio 6. Andante molto The first movement, Allegro moderato, is a lively and energetic piece that showcases the virtuosity of both the viola and the piano. The second movement, Andante con moto, is a slower and more contemplative piece that features a beautiful melody played by the viola. The third movement, Allegro vivace, is a playful and lively piece that is full of energy and excitement. The fourth movement, Andante sostenuto, is a more somber and introspective piece that features a haunting melody played by the viola. The fifth movement, Allegro con brio, is a fast and lively piece that is full of energy and excitement. The final movement, Andante molto, is a slow and contemplative piece that brings the work to a peaceful and serene conclusion. Overall, the Six Fantasies for viola and piano, Op. 117, is a beautiful and expressive work that showcases the talents of both the viola and the piano. The work is characterized by its beautiful melodies, virtuosic passages, and expressive harmonies, and it remains a popular piece in the repertoire of violists and pianists alike.

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