Description
This brief set contains just two waltzes lasting around a minute and a half in total. It represents a small sample of the many dance pieces Schubert composed, marked by concise melodies and straightforward harmony. Technically undemanding, it captures the light, buoyant mood of the waltz form and is approachable even for less experienced players, retaining the practical, functional character of music written for actual dancing.
Waltzes in elegant triple time, including Chopin's concert waltzes alongside works by a range of other composers.
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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