Composer

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Ludwig van Beethoven

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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March

Compose Date

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ca. 1803

Average_duration

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5:47

Ludwig van Beethoven's March for piano, 4 hands in D major, Op. 45/3 was composed in 1803 and premiered in Vienna in the same year. The piece is part of a set of three marches, Op. 45, which were dedicated to Prince Lobkowitz, one of Beethoven's patrons. The March in D major is a lively and energetic piece, with a strong sense of rhythm and a catchy melody. It is written for piano, four hands, which means that two players share one piano, with one player taking the upper part and the other taking the lower part. The piece is in three movements, with the first and third being in D major and the second in B flat major. The first movement is marked Allegro vivace and is characterized by its driving rhythm and playful melody. The second movement, marked Adagio, is more subdued and introspective, with a lyrical melody that is passed between the two players. The final movement, marked Presto, returns to the lively and energetic character of the first movement, with a fast-paced melody that is full of energy and excitement. Overall, the March for piano, 4 hands in D major, Op. 45/3 is a delightful piece of music that showcases Beethoven's skill as a composer. Its catchy melodies, driving rhythms, and playful character make it a joy to listen to and play.

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