Kreisleriana - Schumann's Favorite Work
About This Event
Kreisleriana — one of Robert Schumann's central Romantic-era piano cycles — is the focus of a late-night program at Groupmuse NYC. The program foregrounds Schumann's use of literary alter egos and abrupt mood shifts, and centers on the expressive contrasts that define Kreisleriana.
About Kreisleriana(chamber)
Kreisleriana, Op. 16, is a composition in eight movements by Robert Schumann for solo piano, subtitled Phantasien für das Pianoforte. Schumann claimed to have written it in only four days in April 1838 and a revised version appeared in 1850. The work was dedicated to Frédéric Chopin, but when a copy was sent to the Polish composer, "he commented favorably only on the design of the title page".
About the Artist
Robert Schumann
Immerse yourself in the evocative world of Robert Schumann, a luminary of the Romantic era whose compositions have become a cornerstone of classical music. Known for his profound emotional depth and innovative spirit, Schumann's works resonate with both passion and intellect, captivating audiences with their timeless beauty.