Description
Composed in 1813 when Schubert was just sixteen, this brief funeral piece carries a solemn, march-like tread throughout. Its minor-key melody reveals a striking emotional depth for such a young composer. At around seven minutes with a dense texture, it demands sustained concentration and control from the performer.
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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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