"Puppy Waltz" is the last waltz published by Chopin during his lifetime. The first one (in D flat major, this piece) is the most famous one among Chopin's waltzes, commonly known as "Puppy Puppy". Waltz". Let me introduce to you the relevant content of "Puppy Waltz"!
An introduction to the work of "Puppy Waltz"
The legendary Chopin's The lover George Sand feeds a puppy, which has the "interest" of chasing its own tail. In accordance with George Sand's request, Chopin expressed the scene of "the puppy spinning" in music and composed this piece of music. The music proceeds at a fast speed and ends in a very short moment, so it is also called "Instant Waltz" or "One-Minute Waltz". When playing this piece, you should use smooth and smooth fingertip techniques to feel the fun of this piece.
The whole song is a simple three-part body. After the four-measure prelude, the main melody appears in the form of repeated turns, and its speed is dizzying. The middle section is a sweet and slow melody, which is in sharp contrast to the rapidity of the first section; the third section is after the first section. repeatedly.
Introduction to the author of "Puppy Waltz"
F.F. Chopin (F.F. Chopin 1810─1849) was a Polish composer and pianist in the 19th century.
Chopin was born in Poland in 1810; he began composing in 1817; he performed on stage in 1818; he studied composition and music theory at the National Music High School in Warsaw from 1822 to 1829. Since 1829, he has toured Europe as a composer and pianist. After the failure of the Warsaw Uprising, he settled in Paris and engaged in teaching and creation. In 1849, Chopin died of tuberculosis in Paris.
Chopin is one of the most influential and popular piano composers in history, one of the most important figures in the history of Polish music, and a representative figure of European romantic music in the 19th century. His works are based on Polish folk songs and dances, and are deeply influenced by Bach. Most of his works are piano music, and he is known as the "Romantic Piano Poet".
In 1810, Chopin was born in Jeazowa Wola, a suburb of Warsaw, the capital of Poland. In the same year, his family moved to Warsaw.
In 1816, Chopin studied piano with the famous piano teacher Mr. Wojciech.
In 1817, Chopin composed his first work, the Polonaise in B major and G minor.
In 1818, at a charity concert held in the Radziwi family palace, Chopin made his first appearance on the stage, playing the works of Adalbert Gyrowetz, and from then on he entered the salon of the Polish aristocracy. .
In 1822, Chopin studied with music educator and composer J?zef Elsner, and a year later he publicly performed German composer Ferdinand Ries’s work.
In 1826, after graduating from high school, Chopin continued to study piano performance and composition with Joseph Elsner at the Warsaw Conservatoire.
After 1829, Chopin toured Europe as a composer and pianist, holding many concerts.
In 1830, due to the Polish uprising, Chopin left his native Poland and moved to Paris, France, where he began to make a living by playing, teaching, and composing music.
In 1837, Chopin refused the position and title of "Prime Pianist to His Majesty the Russian Emperor".
In 1848, Chopin held his last concert in Paris and was invited to visit England and Scotland.
On October 17, 1849, Chopin died of tuberculosis at his home in Paris.
Tips for appreciating "Puppy Waltz"