Toccata (Schumann)

The Toccata in C major, Op. 7 by Robert Schumann, was completed in 1836.[1] The piece is in sonata-allegro form.[2]

The piece is exceptionally difficult, and Schumann believed it was the "hardest piece ever written".[1] A series of chords introduce the main theme, which is believed the passage that Schumann injured his hands trying to master.[2] The development features rapid unison octaves.

A typical performance of this piece lasts about six minutes.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b "Schumann Toccata in C Major Op 7". Forte-piano-pianissimo.com. http://www.forte-piano-pianissimo.com/SchumannToccata.html. Retrieved 2011-12-29. 
  2. ^ a b c Louis, Sol. "Toccata for piano in C major, Op. 7". AllMusic. http://www.allmusic.com/work/toccata-for-piano-in-c-major-op-7-c54603. Retrieved 2011-12-29. 

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