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FANTASY PIECES Op.73

FANTASY PIECES Op.73

 
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Printed Edition
Composer:Schumann, Robert (1810-1856)
Instrumentation:cl/A/Bb. pft.
Publisher Ref:EP2366
Three thoughtful pieces which avoid showy virtuosity, written during Schumann's most productive year.

Price: £12.95
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Arranger:Barmas, Issay
Skill Level:D
Duration:11'30
Publisher:Peters Edition
Year of Issue:1950
ISMN:M014104924
ISBN:none specified
Despite having to flee Dresden in May 1849 because of the fighting between rebels and Prussian troops, Schumann considered that year to be his most fruitful as a composer. The Fantasiest''cke, Op.73 (called "Soir''est''cke" in Schumann's autograph) were finished by 13 February and the first edition, which included separate parts for violin and 'cello, was issued the following July. If the string parts were not prepared by Schumann, they were certainly accepted and authorised by him. The work was first publicly performed on 14 January 1850 and quickly became popular so that arrangements for piano solo and piano four-hands were published. Besides a number of editions for clarinet and piano, Op.73 is also available in arrangements for flute, bassoon, alto saxophone, horn, trombone, euphonium and tuba, all with piano. This Peters edition has parts for both clarinet in A & Bb.

There is wide division of opinion as to the style and therefore interpretation of these three pieces. They are seen by some as typical of Schumann's compositions of that year in turning away from virtuoso showmanship to a more contemplative and private style. Others claim the opposite because of Op.73's lively intensity, but whatever the case, the pieces retain their position in the clarinet repertoire.
  • I. Zart und mit Ausdruck (Delicate and with expression)
  • II. Lebhaft, leicht (Lively, light)
  • III. Rasch und mit Feuer (Fast and with fire)

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