Haydn, Franz Joseph : 10 Minuets/Deutscher Tanz Minuet (Deutscher Tanz) D-Dur
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Genre:menuetto
Copyright:Public Domain
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Author : Ooi, Kazurou
Last Updated: May 30, 2025
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Author : Ooi, Kazurou
Broadly, it is divided into three parts:
- Measures 1-4
- Measures 5-8
- Measures 9-12
Measures 13-16 are considered identical to Measures 5-8.
The performer is free to imbue these three sections with distinct characters and moods, creating contrast. For reference, the author's interpretation is provided below.
Measures 1-4
This section is conceived as a majestic prelude, akin to an orchestral tutti, resonating grandly. It is possible that Measures 1-4 might be the loudest in terms of dynamics.
Measures 5-8
An elegant dance commences here, to be performed lightly, gracefully, and around mp.
Measures 9-12
This section introduces a variation in the dance. As the number of notes in the accompaniment increases, the tension is considered to rise compared to Measures 5-8, suggesting a dynamic level such as mf.
Measures 13-16
The piece concludes with a return to the elegant dance of Measures 5-8.
This is merely one example; performers are encouraged to envision these three phrases according to their own interpretations.