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[Lyadov’s Piano Pieces] A pianistic masterpiece crafted by a brilliant but lazy composer

Anatoly Lyadov, a Russian composer born into a musical family in St.

Petersburg, had his talent recognized by prominent musicians.

Although he demonstrated musical ability from an early age and attracted attention, he did not possess a strong passion for music.

As a result, it is said that he composed at a very leisurely pace.

Even so, the works that emerged from his unhurried compositional activity are all excellent pieces that reveal his talent.

In this article, we introduce selections from Lyadov’s legacy specifically for piano, the instrument he excelled at performing.

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[Lyadov’s Piano Pieces] A pianistic masterpiece crafted by a brilliant but lazy composer
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1eastTwo Pieces, Op. 9: No. 1 “Waltz”Anatoly Lyadov
Two Pieces, Op. 9: No. 1 “Waltz”Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Lyadov’s delicate and beautiful piano piece
2eastBarcarolle, Op. 44Anatoly Lyadov
Barcarolle, Op. 44Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Introduce the features and appeal of Lyadov’s representative piece, “Barcarolle.”
3eastMusic Treasure Box (Playful Waltz), Op. 32Anatoly Lyadov
Music Treasure Box (Playful Waltz), Op. 32Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
The lively waltz from Lyadov’s Musical Snuffbox
4eastThree Pieces, Op. 57: No. 1 “Prelude”Anatoly Lyadov
Three Pieces, Op. 57: No. 1 “Prelude”Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Lyadov’s refined and beautiful piano miniatures
5eastBallade “From the Old Times” Op. 21Anatoly Lyadov
Ballade “From the Old Times” Op. 21Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Lyadov’s ballad, inspired by medieval Russian epic poetry
6eastEtude in F major, Op. 37Anatoly Lyadov
Etude in F major, Op. 37Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Lyadov’s delicate and beautiful piano piece
7eastArabesque (Four Little Pieces) Op. 4 No. 2Anatoly Lyadov
Arabesque (Four Little Pieces) Op. 4 No. 2Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
I want to play Lyadov’s beautiful arabesque with great sensitivity.
8eastThree Pieces, Op. 11: No. 1 “Prelude”Anatoly Lyadov
Three Pieces, Op. 11: No. 1 “Prelude”Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
A collection of Lyadov’s delicate and refined miniatures
9eastThree Pieces, Op. 11: No. 3, MazurkaAnatoly Lyadov
Three Pieces, Op. 11: No. 3, MazurkaAnatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Lyadov’s mazurka expresses the characteristics of Russian folk music
10eastVariations on a Theme by Glinka, Op. 35Anatoly Lyadov
Variations on a Theme by Glinka, Op. 35Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Commentary on Lyadov's Variations on a Theme by Glinka
11eastVariations on a Theme of a Polish Folk Song, Op. 51Anatoly Lyadov
Variations on a Theme of a Polish Folk Song, Op. 51Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Poetic musical works shaped by Lyadov’s refined technique and delicate sensibility
12eastMarionette, Op. 29Anatoly Lyadov
Marionette, Op. 29Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Lyadov’s delicate and poetic masterpiece, Marionettes
13eastEtude in A-flat major, Op. 5Anatoly Lyadov
Etude in A-flat major, Op. 5Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Introduction to Lyadov’s sophisticated piano miniatures
14eastEtudes and Three Preludes, Op. 40: No. 3 “Prelude”Anatoly Lyadov
Etudes and Three Preludes, Op. 40: No. 3 “Prelude”Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Introduction to Lyadov's lyrical and delicate musical works
15eastTwo Pieces, Op. 31: No. 2, “Prelude”Anatoly Lyadov
Two Pieces, Op. 31: No. 2, “Prelude”Anatoly Lyadovplay_arrow
Lyadov’s delicate and beautiful piano piece