Composer

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Henryk Wieniawski

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Mazurka

Publication Date

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1853 - 1854

Average_duration

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7:35

Movement_count

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2

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Henryk Wieniawski was a Polish composer and violinist who lived from 1835 to 1880. He was known for his virtuosic violin playing and his compositions for the instrument. One of his most famous works is the "Mazurkas (2) for violin & piano, Op. 12." The "Mazurkas (2) for violin & piano, Op. 12" were composed in 1853 when Wieniawski was just 18 years old. They were premiered in the same year in Warsaw, Poland. The two movements of the piece are both mazurkas, a traditional Polish dance in triple meter. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, is in the key of G major. It begins with a lively and rhythmic piano introduction, followed by the violin's entrance with the main theme. The violin and piano take turns playing the melody and accompanying each other throughout the movement. There are several virtuosic passages for the violin, showcasing Wieniawski's skill as a performer and composer. The second movement, marked Allegro con fuoco, is in the key of B-flat major. It begins with a fiery and energetic piano introduction, followed by the violin's entrance with the main theme. The violin and piano again take turns playing the melody and accompanying each other throughout the movement. There are several fast and technically challenging passages for the violin, demonstrating Wieniawski's virtuosity. Overall, the "Mazurkas (2) for violin & piano, Op. 12" are characteristic of Wieniawski's style, with their lively rhythms, virtuosic passages, and use of traditional Polish dance forms. They are a testament to Wieniawski's skill as both a performer and composer, and remain popular works in the violin repertoire today.

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