Description
This is a set of eleven short character pieces that Beethoven assembled late in his life, some reworking earlier sketches. Each bagatelle has its own distinct mood, giving the collection considerable stylistic variety. Running over fifteen minutes in total with dense writing, it calls for advanced players who can shift character quickly between pieces.
Character pieces that depict a specific mood or scene, including Beethoven's Bagatelles — short works full of distinct personality.
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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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