Composer

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Earl Wild

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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04:00

'Where Beauty Dwells (after Rachmaninov, Op. 21/7)' is a piano solo piece composed by Earl Wild. The piece was composed in 1987 and premiered by Wild himself in the same year. The piece is a transcription of Rachmaninov's song 'Where Beauty Dwells' from his Op. 21 song cycle. The piece is divided into three movements. The first movement is marked 'Andante cantabile' and is characterized by its lyrical and expressive melody. The second movement is marked 'Allegro scherzando' and is a playful and virtuosic scherzo. The final movement is marked 'Andante con moto' and is a return to the lyrical and expressive style of the first movement. The piece is characterized by its lush harmonies, virtuosic passages, and expressive melodies. Wild's transcription stays true to the original song while also adding his own unique flourishes and embellishments. The piece is a showcase for the pianist's technical abilities as well as their ability to convey emotion and beauty through their playing. Overall, 'Where Beauty Dwells (after Rachmaninov, Op. 21/7)' is a beautiful and challenging piece for the advanced pianist. Its combination of technical demands and emotional depth make it a rewarding piece to perform and listen to.

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