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Schumann, Robert : Bunte Blatter Novellette Op.99-9

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Music ID : 44162
Instrumentation:Piano Solo 
Genre:pieces
Total Playing Time:3 min 00 sec
Copyright:Public Domain

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Author : Ooi, Kazurou

Last Updated: July 21, 2025
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Note: This article is automatically translated from the original Japanese text. The author of the original work did not supervise this translation.

The tempo marking is Lebhaft (lively), but if anything were to be added, the word "agitato" would be suitable for this piece. This is also a piece where directionality is crucial; for instance, a sense of direction is desired from bar 1 towards the cadence in bar 8, maintaining tension until the cadence. The same pattern as bars 1-8 occurs several times throughout the piece; similarly, start from p or pp and gradually build tension.

In bar 17, the left hand suddenly appears in octaves, followed by three consecutive sforzandos. The same applies to bars 21-23. This represents a shocking psychological depiction. Furthermore, the chromatic progression in the B section is uninterrupted. This suggests a psychological state of constant "unease." Please express this. Do not play calmly, but rather in a disturbed manner.

Another point to note is the triplets, primarily in the right hand, written in this piece. Since these triplets form a single melodic line, their articulation can easily become unclear. Therefore, ensure that all three notes are clearly audible, even at a fast tempo.

Writer: Ooi, Kazurou

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