Composer

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Edvard Grieg

Genre

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Orchestral

Average_duration

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2:48

"Resignation, EG 183" is a solo piano piece composed by Edvard Grieg in 1885. It was premiered on December 10, 1885, in Copenhagen, Denmark, by the composer himself. The piece is part of a collection of Lyric Pieces, which is a set of 66 short piano pieces that Grieg composed throughout his career. "Resignation" is a slow and melancholic piece that is characterized by its simple and repetitive melody. The piece is in the key of E-flat major and is written in 3/4 time. It consists of two main sections, each of which is repeated. The first section is marked "Andante con moto" and is played softly and expressively. The second section is marked "Poco più mosso" and is played with a slightly faster tempo and more intensity. The piece begins with a simple melody played in the right hand, accompanied by a soft and gentle arpeggio in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with slight variations, and the left-hand accompaniment becomes more complex. The second section of the piece introduces a new melody that is played in the left hand, while the right hand plays a simple and repetitive pattern. The two melodies intertwine and build in intensity until the piece reaches its climax. The piece then returns to the original melody, played softly and with a sense of resignation. "Resignation" is a beautiful and introspective piece that showcases Grieg's ability to create simple yet powerful melodies. The piece is often performed as a standalone work and is a favorite among pianists and audiences alike.

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