Description
A major character piece from Tchaikovsky's middle period, subtitled "Russian Rustic Scene." True to the Ukrainian-derived "dumka" style referenced in its title, it alternates between melancholic, slow passages and outbursts of fiery passion. Running nine and a half minutes with an extremely high note count, it demands broad technique and stamina from advanced pianists to convey its dramatic contrasts.
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Sheet Music
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About the Composer
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky was Russia's foremost Romantic composer, achieving worldwide fame through ballets such as Swan Lake and The Nutcracker. His style blends Western compositional technique with Russian melodic warmth, and his pedagogical piano collection Children's Album remains a beloved favorite. This site includes 8 of his works, including pieces from that collection and ballet arrangements.
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