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Topic: PT9 - Bechstein D 282 - Schubert: Ecossaise Nr. 2 D145 - Binaural

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Franz Schubert (1797–1828) is regarded as a major Romantic composer who, despite his short life, left behind a vast musical oeuvre. Schubert’s music lives on in contemporary music today through its catchy and appealing melodies and profound emotional depth.

The Ecossaise No. 2 from ‘12 Waltzes, 17 Ländler and 9 Ecossaises, Op. 18 (D 145)’ is a wonderful composition which, despite its brevity, exudes Schubert’s characteristic charm. The Ecossaise (a Scottish dance in 2/4 time) is lively and spirited. It is a veritable invitation to dance and has a firm, accentuated rhythm that nevertheless remains elegant. The melody is folk-like, catchy, clearly structured and radiates a bright, optimistic mood. A typical composition of “Schubertian intimacy” in dance form.

The Ecossaises were often played at social gatherings (the Schubertades) and reflect the intimate, private setting of Schubert’s compositions.

We released this recording several years ago. We have now created a new mix of the old recording using Pianoteq 9.

Pianoteq 9 - C. Bechstein D 282 concert
J. Unruh

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7kUyd8gBq8

All of our music recordings can be seen at:
https://www.youtube.com/@Praeludium.Opus1

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Re: PT9 - Bechstein D 282 - Schubert: Ecossaise Nr. 2 D145 - Binaural

J. Unruh wrote:

Binaural mix: For optimal sound, please use headphones.

Franz Schubert (1797–1828) is regarded as a major Romantic composer who, despite his short life, left behind a vast musical oeuvre. Schubert’s music lives on in contemporary music today through its catchy and appealing melodies and profound emotional depth.

The Ecossaise No. 2 from ‘12 Waltzes, 17 Ländler and 9 Ecossaises, Op. 18 (D 145)’ is a wonderful composition which, despite its brevity, exudes Schubert’s characteristic charm. The Ecossaise (a Scottish dance in 2/4 time) is lively and spirited. It is a veritable invitation to dance and has a firm, accentuated rhythm that nevertheless remains elegant. The melody is folk-like, catchy, clearly structured and radiates a bright, optimistic mood. A typical composition of “Schubertian intimacy” in dance form.

The Ecossaises were often played at social gatherings (the Schubertades) and reflect the intimate, private setting of Schubert’s compositions.

We released this recording several years ago. We have now created a new mix of the old recording using Pianoteq 9.

Pianoteq 9 - C. Bechstein D 282 concert
J. Unruh

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7kUyd8gBq8

All of our music recordings can be seen at:
https://www.youtube.com/@Praeludium.Opus1


Bravo Unruh!   Short, lively piano piece - and with Bechstein D 282, having a bright, playful, and cheerful tone. Simple to listen to. Schubert was really good at creating memorable melodies in a simple format. 

Thank you Unruh for sharing.

Best wishes,
Stig

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Re: PT9 - Bechstein D 282 - Schubert: Ecossaise Nr. 2 D145 - Binaural

very lovely performance J Unruh!

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Re: PT9 - Bechstein D 282 - Schubert: Ecossaise Nr. 2 D145 - Binaural

Hello Stig,
Thank you very much for your kind comment. I also find these smaller compositions by Schubert very beautiful. I’ll be recording another Schubert ‘Ländler’ in the near future.
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J. Unruh