Description
This short variation set is based on a theme by Schubert's friend Hüttenbrenner. At under two minutes, it is far more compact than his larger variation works, making the form approachable rather than daunting. It suits intermediate players looking to explore variation technique on a smaller scale.
Works written in theme-and-variations form, where a single melody is transformed in many different ways.
About the Composer
Franz Schubert (1797-1828)
Franz Schubert was a Vienna-born composer who died at only 31 but left behind a vast body of work, especially in the field of Lieder. Known for his gift for melody and subtle modulation, songs such as "Erlkonig" remain widely performed today. His piano works, including the Impromptus, are equally rich in lyricism. This site includes 120 of his works, such as Impromptus, "Erlkonig," and the "Hungarian Melody."
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