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| Composer | Schumann, Robert (1810-1856) |
| Period | Romantic |
| Work type | Instrumental |
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Conviction, passion and clarity: Sir Stephen Hough at Wigmore Hall
Fragments by Brahms, Schoenberg and Schubert orbit Beethoven's Waldstein and Schumann's Carnaval in another masterful recital from Sir Stephen Hough.
Leif Ove Andsnes reveals the richness of small-scale forms
The Norwegian pianist assembles an intricate selection of fragments, aphorisms and character pieces for an intriguing New York recital.
A celebration of the mighty miniature at the Musikverein
A more thoughtful and intentional artist is hard to come by today, and one who graces the Musikverein donning fabulous silver shoes on top of her pianistic gifts must be heaven-sent.
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Bachtrack top ten: Robert Schumann
Robert Schumann’s music is intensely personal. Unlike the architectural grandeur of Beethoven or the theatrical brilliance of Franz Liszt, Schumann specialised in emotional intimacy and nuance.