Composer

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Franz Liszt

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1860

Publication Date

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1861

Average_duration

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1:58

Jugendglück (I & II), S. 323 is a set of two piano pieces composed by Franz Liszt. The pieces were composed in 1868 and premiered in the same year. The set is part of Liszt's late works and is characterized by its lyrical and introspective nature. The first piece, Jugendglück I, is marked Andante con moto and is in the key of E-flat major. The piece begins with a gentle melody played in the right hand, accompanied by a simple chord progression in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with slight variations, and the piece gradually builds in intensity as Liszt introduces new harmonies and textures. The middle section of the piece is marked by a change in key to C minor and a more dramatic, virtuosic passage. The piece then returns to the original theme, which is played with greater intensity and passion before coming to a gentle close. The second piece, Jugendglück II, is marked Allegro moderato and is in the key of A-flat major. The piece begins with a lively, playful melody played in the right hand, accompanied by a simple bass line in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with variations, and the piece gradually builds in intensity as Liszt introduces new harmonies and textures. The middle section of the piece is marked by a change in key to F minor and a more dramatic, virtuosic passage. The piece then returns to the original theme, which is played with greater intensity and passion before coming to a lively close. Overall, Jugendglück (I & II), S. 323 is characterized by its lyrical melodies, introspective nature, and virtuosic passages. The set is a testament to Liszt's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both technically challenging and emotionally expressive.

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