Description
A set of three lively Ecossaises, a duple-time dance of Scottish origin that Schubert favored for its bouncing rhythm, likely composed around 1824. Though the set lasts only about ninety seconds, playing it well requires crisp articulation and careful handling of leaps and accents to keep the buoyant character intact.
Waltzes in elegant triple time, including Chopin's concert waltzes alongside works by a range of other composers.
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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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