Composer

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Franz Liszt

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Elegy

Compose Date

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1874

Publication Date

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1875

Average_duration

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5:22

Franz Liszt's 'Elegie, for piano No. 1, S. 196 (LW A266)' is a solo piano piece that was composed in 1874. It was premiered by the composer himself in the same year in Weimar, Germany. The piece is divided into two movements, with the first movement being marked as Adagio and the second movement as Allegro. The first movement of the 'Elegie' is characterized by its mournful and melancholic tone. It begins with a simple and somber melody that is repeated throughout the piece. The melody is accompanied by a series of arpeggios and broken chords that create a sense of longing and sadness. The middle section of the movement features a more complex and virtuosic passage that builds to a climax before returning to the original melody. The second movement of the 'Elegie' is marked by its energetic and lively character. It begins with a fast and playful melody that is accompanied by a series of rapid arpeggios and runs. The middle section of the movement features a more lyrical and expressive melody that is contrasted by a series of fast and virtuosic passages. The movement ends with a return to the original melody, played with even greater speed and intensity. Overall, the 'Elegie' is a deeply emotional and expressive piece that showcases Liszt's virtuosic piano writing. The piece is notable for its use of contrasting moods and textures, as well as its use of recurring themes and motifs. It remains a popular and frequently performed work in the piano repertoire.

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