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Beethoven - Seven Bagatelles (Op. 33)

(Op. 33)

Beethoven’s Seven Bagatelles (Op. 33) are the kind of pieces pianists often discover by accident ...and then wonder why they aren’t played more often. They’re concise, full of character and wonderfully varied. Each bagatelle offers a self-contained world, whether witty and quick-footed, lyrically graceful, or tinged with gentle introspection. This... Read >>

Beethoven - Bagatelle in E-Flat Major (Op. 33 No. 1)

(Op. 33 No. 1)

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Beethoven - Bagatelle in C Major (Op. 33 No. 2)

(Op. 33 No. 2)

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Beethoven - Bagatelle in F Major (Op. 33 No. 3)

(Op. 33 No. 3)

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Beethoven - Bagatelle in A Major (Op. 33 No. 4)

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Beethoven - Bagatelle in C Major (Op. 33 No. 5)

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Beethoven - Bagatelle in D Major (Op. 33 No. 6)

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Beethoven - Bagatelle in A-flat Major (Op. 33 No. 7)

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Chopin - Mazurka in A minor (Op.17 No. 4)

ABRSM Grade 8 - B5

A ravishing melody floats in the air above the left hand’s meandering harmonies, creating a haunting, melancholy atmosphere. The second section invites us to a rustic dance but even though the music has now moved to the major key the colour remains dark, the bass drone keeping us grounded. The piece finishes with the same progression of chords that we heard at the start, and because Chopin does not resolve it onto the tonic chord we are left hanging in the air.... Read >>