Composer

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George Antheil

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Waltz

Compose Date

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1949

Average_duration

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17:02

Valentine Waltzes (11), W. 74 is a composition by American composer George Antheil. It was composed in 1954 and premiered on February 14, 1955, by the New York City Ballet at City Center. The piece consists of eleven waltzes, each with its own unique character and tempo. The first waltz, marked "Moderato," sets the tone for the rest of the piece with its lilting melody and graceful rhythm. The second waltz, marked "Allegro," is more lively and playful, with a faster tempo and a more complex melody. The third waltz, marked "Andante," is slower and more introspective, with a haunting melody that is both melancholy and beautiful. The fourth waltz, marked "Allegretto," is more upbeat and cheerful, with a bouncy melody that is reminiscent of a carnival or circus. The fifth waltz, marked "Moderato," is more subdued and introspective, with a simple melody that is both elegant and understated. The sixth waltz, marked "Allegro," is more lively and energetic, with a fast tempo and a complex, intricate melody. The seventh waltz, marked "Andante," is slower and more contemplative, with a haunting melody that is both beautiful and melancholy. The eighth waltz, marked "Allegro," is more upbeat and cheerful, with a lively melody that is both playful and energetic. The ninth waltz, marked "Moderato," is more subdued and introspective, with a simple melody that is both elegant and understated. The tenth waltz, marked "Allegro," is more lively and energetic, with a fast tempo and a complex, intricate melody. The final waltz, marked "Moderato," brings the piece to a close with a graceful, elegant melody that is both beautiful and uplifting. Overall, Valentine Waltzes (11), W. 74 is a beautiful and complex piece of music that showcases Antheil's skill as a composer. Each waltz has its own unique character and tempo, and the piece as a whole is a testament to Antheil's ability to create music that is both beautiful and complex.

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