Description
This set of three "heroic marches," likely composed around 1818, evokes grandeur through dotted rhythms and forceful chordal writing. Lasting nearly seven minutes with over five thousand notes, the set requires stamina to maintain full chords while driving the tempo forward.
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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