Johannes Brahms

Valse No. 15 op. 39 La Majeur

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Brahms published Opus 39 in 1865. It consists of sixteen waltzes written for four hands. This was followed by a simplified version for two hands in 1867. His magnificent waltzes represent one of the few unique collections of Brahms's Viennese legacy. Waltz no. 15 in A flat major is the most famous. Its ternary rhythm matches the swaying melody, which gradually develops, giving free rein to the dance; so much so that it was used for a solo ballet danced by Malkovsky in 1923, entitled pensée constante in homage to Isadora Duncan.
Pianists who love Johannes Strauch's waltzes will be charmed by the lively melody Brahms offers in this delightful composition.