Description
The Mountaineer's Song, Op. 73 No. 7, from Book 10 of Grieg's Lyric Pieces, evokes the simple, nostalgic melodies of pastoral songs from Norway's mountain regions. A plain melodic line is colored by characteristically Nordic harmonies, sustaining a quiet, scenic mood. Rated intermediate with a modest note count, its success depends on subtle phrase-by-phrase shading.
A lifelong project by Grieg spanning 10 books and 66 pieces, reflecting Norwegian landscapes and folk music throughout.
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About the Composer
Edvard Grieg (1843-1907)
Edvard Grieg was a composer from Bergen, Norway, and a leading figure of musical nationalism who drew on Nordic folk music. Widely known for his incidental music to Peer Gynt and his Piano Concerto in A minor, he also wrote the Lyric Pieces, a lifelong series of intimate, folk-inspired piano miniatures. This site includes 6 of his works, such as "Wedding Day at Troldhaugen" and "March of the Dwarfs."
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