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Music cover, Grande Valse Brillante by Burgmuller
Music cover, Grande Valse Brillante sur le Juif Errant (Wandering Jew), opera by Halevy, written for the piano by Frederic Burgmuller.
circa 1850s
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1850s Errant Frederic Grande Halevy Opera Piano Sheet Valse Vignette Vignettes Waltz Wandering Juif
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Grande Valse Brillante: A Musical Vignette from the 1850s This exquisite music cover, titled "Grande Valse Brillante sur le Juif Errant" (Brilliant Waltz on The Wandering Jew), dates back to the mid-1850s and is a captivating glimpse into the world of 19th-century French music. The cover is an accompaniment to the piano composition of the same name, written by Frederic Burgmuller, based on the opera "The Wandering Jew" by Fromental Halevy. The opera, first performed in Paris in 1835, was a popular success and its melodies were often adapted for various musical formats, including piano compositions. Burgmuller's arrangement of the waltz from the opera showcases the composer's virtuosic piano writing, with its intricate rhythms and lively, dancing character. The cover design itself is a visual feast, with its ornate, gold-trimmed border and intricate vignette of a scene from the opera. The vignette depicts the titular character, The Wandering Jew, who is a legendary figure in Jewish folklore, as he wanders through the desert, carrying a heavy cross. The image is a poignant reminder of the historical context in which the music was created, a time of great social and political upheaval in Europe. Despite its age, this music cover remains a beautiful and fascinating artifact, offering a glimpse into the rich musical and cultural history of France in the 19th century. It is a reminder of the enduring power of music to transport us to another time and place, and to evoke emotions and memories that transcend the boundaries of language and culture.
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