Composer

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Frédéric Chopin

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Mazurka

Compose Date

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1830 - 1832

Publication Date

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1832 - 1833

Average_duration

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8:16

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Frédéric Chopin's 'Mazurkas (4) for piano, Op. 6' is a set of four mazurkas composed in 1830. The set was premiered in the same year in Warsaw, Poland. The mazurka is a traditional Polish dance in triple meter, and Chopin's mazurkas are known for their unique blend of Polish folk music and classical music. The first mazurka in the set, in F-sharp minor, is marked Lento and has a melancholic and introspective character. The second mazurka, in C-sharp minor, is marked Lento ma non troppo and has a more lyrical and expressive character. The third mazurka, in E major, is marked Vivace and has a lively and energetic character. The final mazurka, in E-flat minor, is marked Lento and has a mournful and dramatic character. Chopin's mazurkas are characterized by their use of rubato, a flexible and expressive approach to rhythm that allows the performer to stretch and compress the tempo for expressive effect. They also feature intricate and ornamental melodies, often with a strong emphasis on the third beat of the measure, which is a hallmark of the mazurka dance. Overall, Chopin's 'Mazurkas (4) for piano, Op. 6' are a beautiful and evocative set of pieces that showcase the composer's unique blend of classical and folk music influences. They remain popular with pianists and audiences alike, and are an important part of the piano repertoire.

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