Description
This pair of "character marches" dates from around 1826 and aims to depict distinct moods rather than simply mark a marching rhythm. Running nearly seven minutes with a dense note count, the pieces demand stamina and focus to sustain repeated chords and decorative passagework. The music combines Schubert's melodic lyricism with the disciplined pulse of the march genre.
Marches defined by their strong, steady rhythm, spanning from Bach's keyboard works to Sousa's popular American marches.
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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