Composer

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Dmitry Shostakovich

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Waltz

Average_duration

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9:53

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Dmitry Shostakovich's "Waltzes (4)" is a set of four waltzes for piano, composed in 1956. The work was premiered on December 28, 1956, by the composer himself at the Moscow Conservatory. The first waltz is marked Allegretto and is in the key of A minor. It begins with a simple, lilting melody in the right hand, accompanied by a gentle, rolling left-hand figure. The second waltz, marked Moderato, is in the key of E-flat major. It features a more complex melody, with a sense of yearning and nostalgia. The third waltz, marked Allegretto, is in the key of A major. It is a lively and playful dance, with a sense of humor and mischief. The final waltz, marked Moderato, is in the key of C-sharp minor. It is the most introspective and melancholy of the set, with a haunting melody and a sense of resignation. Overall, the "Waltzes (4)" showcase Shostakovich's skill at crafting memorable melodies and his ability to evoke a range of emotions through his music. The set is notable for its use of traditional waltz rhythms and forms, which Shostakovich infuses with his own unique style and sensibility.

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