Composer

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Ernst von Dohnányi

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Bagatelle

Compose Date

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1905

Publication Date

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1906

First Performance

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Nov 29, 1906

Average_duration

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28:41

Movement_count

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10

Movement ....

Ernst von Dohnányi's Winterreigen (10), Op. 13 is a set of ten character pieces for solo piano. The work was composed in 1906 and premiered in Budapest the same year. The ten movements of Winterreigen are each titled with a different winter-related theme, such as "Snowflakes," "Sleigh Ride," and "Skating." The pieces range in length from under a minute to over five minutes, and each has its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, "Snowflakes," is a delicate and intricate piece that evokes the gentle falling of snow. The second movement, "Sleigh Ride," is a lively and playful piece that captures the excitement of a winter sleigh ride. The third movement, "The Skaters," is a fast and energetic piece that mimics the movements of ice skaters. Other movements include "The Snowman," a whimsical and lighthearted piece; "The Icicles," a slow and contemplative piece that evokes the stillness of a winter landscape; and "The Blizzard," a dramatic and intense piece that captures the chaos and power of a winter storm. Throughout the work, Dohnányi employs a variety of techniques and styles, including virtuosic runs, delicate trills, and playful syncopation. The overall effect is a vivid and evocative portrayal of the many moods and experiences of winter.

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