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Grieg Piano Concerto (Full Instrumentation)

Difficulty: Medium Difficult | Grade: 4+

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The dramatic music of one of the Romantic era’s most significant composers comes to life in Grieg Piano Concerto. Premiered in 1869, Edvard Grieg’s (1843 – 1907) Piano Concerto in A minor, Opus 16, was his first and only piano concerto, and it brought him instant acclaim and success.



MUSIC SAMPLES

Mvt. 1: Opener comes in hot with a dramatic and flashy first statement, and the intensity maintains for the entire movement. Varying textures and dynamics create ample opportunity to showcase musicality and versatility of the ensemble.
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Mvt. 2: Ballad adapts Grieg’s beautiful Adagio—Grieg’s interest in Norwegian folk music heavily influenced the romantic melodies utilized throughout, though he did not overtly quote any particular folk song.
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Mvt. 3: Percussion Feature and Closer closes the show with an impressive technical display, flowing melodies, spirited dance moments, and quintessential Romantic-era flair.
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