Moments musicaux, Op. 94, Nos. 1-6, D.780

Album by Franz Schubert & Artur Schnabel

Moments musicaux, D.780 (Op. 94) is a set of six short piano pieces by Austrian composer Franz Schubert, composed in 1823. The pieces range from dance-like, rhythmically incisive movements to intimate, song-like miniatures, showcasing Schubert's lyrical melodic gift, rich harmonic language and varied pianistic textures, and they occupy a notable position in his mature piano output where his song-writing sensibilities inform his instrumental writing.
First released: 1937

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    No. 1 in C (Moderato)
    4:38
  2. 2.
    No. 3 in F minor (Allegro moderato)
    1:58
  3. 3.
    No. 5 in F minor (Allegro vivace)
    1:20
  4. 4.
    No. 2 in A flat (Andantino)
    6:30
  5. 5.
    No. 4 in C sharp minor (Moderato)
    3:58
  6. 6.
    No. 6 in A flat (Allegretto)
    6:32

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