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Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Minor (1st Movement: Allegro con brio)

Ludwig van Beethoven

DifficultyAdvanced
Duration13:25
Notes12,338
OpusOp. 37

Description

The first movement of Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor is a dramatic work premiered with Beethoven himself as soloist. After an extended orchestral introduction, the piano enters forcefully to develop themes charged with C minor's characteristic tension. Running over thirteen minutes with more than twelve thousand notes, it is a substantial, advanced-level piece demanding sustained stamina and concentration.

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About the Composer

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)

Born in Bonn and active in Vienna, Ludwig van Beethoven is among the towering figures in music history, bridging the Classical and Romantic eras. Despite losing his hearing in later life, he continued composing, pursuing innovative forms and intense emotional expression in his symphonies and piano sonatas. His beloved piano piece "Fur Elise" and his 32 piano sonatas remain widely performed. This site features 96 of his works, including piano concertos and piano trios.

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