Composer

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Johann Nepomuk Hummel

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

Publication Date

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ca. 1805

Average_duration

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25:52

Movement_count

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4

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Johann Nepomuk Hummel's 'Fantasie for piano in E flat major, Op. 18' was composed in 1809 and premiered in Vienna the same year. The piece is divided into three movements and is approximately 20 minutes in length. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, begins with a lively and energetic theme that is developed throughout the movement. The theme is introduced by the right hand and is accompanied by a simple left-hand accompaniment. The development section features virtuosic runs and arpeggios, showcasing the pianist's technical abilities. The movement ends with a recapitulation of the main theme, followed by a coda that brings the movement to a close. The second movement, marked Adagio, is a lyrical and expressive piece that showcases Hummel's gift for melody. The right hand plays a simple, yet beautiful melody while the left hand provides a gentle accompaniment. The middle section of the movement features a more dramatic and intense melody, before returning to the original theme. The movement ends with a gentle coda that fades away into silence. The final movement, marked Allegro agitato, is a lively and energetic piece that brings the work to a thrilling conclusion. The movement begins with a fast and furious theme that is developed throughout the movement. The middle section features a more lyrical and expressive melody, before returning to the original theme. The movement ends with a virtuosic coda that showcases the pianist's technical abilities. Overall, Hummel's 'Fantasie for piano in E flat major, Op. 18' is a virtuosic and expressive work that showcases the composer's gift for melody and the pianist's technical abilities. The work is a testament to Hummel's place as one of the leading composers of the early Romantic period.

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