Composer

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Edvard Grieg

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1898

Publication Date

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1908

Average_duration

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11:25

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Edvard Grieg's 'Pieces (3) for piano, EG 110-112' is a collection of three solo piano pieces composed in 1885. The pieces were premiered in the same year in Copenhagen, Denmark. The three movements are titled 'Butterfly', 'Solitary Traveller', and 'Notturno'. The first movement, 'Butterfly', is a light and delicate piece that captures the fluttering movements of a butterfly. The piece is in the key of G major and is characterized by its playful and whimsical melody. The use of staccato notes and quick arpeggios creates a sense of lightness and agility, mimicking the movements of a butterfly. The second movement, 'Solitary Traveller', is a more introspective and melancholic piece. It is in the key of E minor and is characterized by its slow and mournful melody. The piece is meant to evoke the image of a lone traveler wandering through a desolate landscape. The use of minor chords and a slower tempo creates a sense of sadness and longing. The final movement, 'Notturno', is a peaceful and serene piece that captures the tranquility of a moonlit night. It is in the key of E-flat major and is characterized by its gentle and flowing melody. The use of arpeggios and a slower tempo creates a sense of calm and relaxation, making it a perfect piece to end the collection. Overall, Grieg's 'Pieces (3) for piano, EG 110-112' is a beautiful collection of solo piano pieces that showcase the composer's skill in creating evocative and expressive music. Each movement has its own unique character and mood, making it a diverse and engaging collection for both performers and listeners.

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