Composer

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Moritz Moszkowski

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1920

Average_duration

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14:07

Movement_count

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8

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Le maître et l'élève, Op. 96 is a piano duet composed by Moritz Moszkowski, a German composer and pianist, in 1903. The piece was premiered in Berlin on January 22, 1904, with the composer himself and his student, Hedwig Kanner, performing the duet. The piece consists of three movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, is a lively and playful scherzo in 6/8 time. The second movement, marked Andante, is a lyrical and expressive adagio in 4/4 time. The final movement, marked Allegro vivace, is a fast and energetic rondo in 2/4 time. The piece is characterized by its virtuosic piano writing, with both parts featuring intricate and challenging passages that require a high level of technical skill. The interplay between the two pianos is also a notable feature of the piece, with each part often echoing or responding to the other in a call-and-response style. Overall, Le maître et l'élève, Op. 96 is a charming and engaging work that showcases Moszkowski's skill as a composer and pianist. Its playful and virtuosic nature makes it a popular choice for piano duet performances to this day.

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