Composer

:

Igor Stravinsky

Genre

:

Chamber

Style

:

Dance

Compose Date

:

1932

Average_duration

:

2:44

Russian Dance (after Petrushka, with Samuel Dushkin) is a composition by Igor Stravinsky, which was composed in 1925. The piece was premiered on December 13, 1925, in Paris, France, by the violinist Samuel Dushkin and the composer himself on the piano. The composition is a transcription of the Russian Dance from Stravinsky's ballet Petrushka, which was composed in 1911. The piece is divided into two movements, with the first movement being a lively and energetic dance in 2/4 time signature. The second movement is a slower and more melancholic section, which features a lyrical melody played by the violin. The piece is characterized by its use of folk melodies and rhythms, which are typical of Russian music. The first movement of the piece is marked by its use of syncopated rhythms and irregular accents, which give the music a lively and energetic feel. The violin and piano play off each other, with the violin playing the main melody and the piano providing a rhythmic accompaniment. The second movement is marked by its use of a slower tempo and a more lyrical melody. The violin plays a mournful melody, which is accompanied by the piano playing a simple chord progression. Overall, Russian Dance (after Petrushka, with Samuel Dushkin) is a lively and energetic piece of music that showcases Stravinsky's use of folk melodies and rhythms. The piece is a testament to Stravinsky's ability to take traditional music and transform it into something new and exciting.

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