Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Variations

Compose Date

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1778

Average_duration

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16:07

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed the 'Variations (12) for piano in E flat major on Je suis Lindor, K. 354 (299a)' in 1781. The piece was premiered in Vienna, Austria, on March 9, 1781, with Mozart himself performing on the piano. The piece consists of twelve variations on the French song 'Je suis Lindor', which was popular at the time. The theme is introduced in the first variation and is followed by eleven variations that explore different aspects of the melody. The first variation is a simple embellishment of the theme, while the second variation features a more complex and virtuosic piano part. The third variation is a delicate and lyrical interpretation of the melody, while the fourth variation is a lively and playful dance. The fifth variation is a dramatic and intense interpretation of the melody, while the sixth variation is a gentle and flowing waltz. The seventh variation features a syncopated rhythm and a more complex harmonic structure, while the eighth variation is a fast and energetic display of virtuosity. The ninth variation is a slow and expressive interpretation of the melody, while the tenth variation is a lively and playful dance in triple meter. The eleventh variation is a dramatic and intense interpretation of the melody, featuring a more complex and virtuosic piano part. The final variation is a grand and triumphant finale, featuring a powerful and majestic piano part. The piece ends with a flourish, bringing the variations to a satisfying conclusion. Overall, the 'Variations (12) for piano in E flat major on Je suis Lindor, K. 354 (299a)' is a masterful display of Mozart's skill as a composer and pianist. The piece showcases his ability to explore different aspects of a melody and to create a wide range of moods and emotions through his music.

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