The Nocturne, Op. 8

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:musical_composition
gptkbp:analysis often analyzed in music theory courses
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Chopin's_nocturnes
gptkbp:character gptkb:melancholic
lyrical
expressive
gptkbp:composed_by widely available
gptkbp:composer gptkb:Frédéric_Chopin
gptkbp:cultural_impact influenced later composers
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of Romantic expression
gptkbp:dedication to the memory of a friend
gptkbp:duration approximately 5 minutes
gptkbp:featured_in piano competitions
gptkbp:first_published 1831
gptkbp:form solo piano
gptkbp:genre gptkb:Nocturne
gptkbp:historical_context early 19th century
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Nocturne, Op. 8
gptkbp:influenced film music
popular music
gptkbp:influenced_by John Field
European classical tradition
gptkbp:influences Romantic music
gptkbp:inspiration Chopin's experiences in Poland
gptkbp:key E-flat major
gptkbp:legacy standard repertoire for pianists
gptkbp:music_style ornamentation
dynamic contrast
pedal usage
gptkbp:notable_features rich harmonies
contrapuntal elements
singing melody
gptkbp:notable_performers gptkb:Vladimir_Ashkenazy
gptkb:Daniel_Barenboim
gptkb:Artur_Rubinstein
gptkbp:performance intermediate to advanced
rubato
gptkbp:performed_at concerts worldwide
gptkbp:publisher Troupenas
gptkbp:recordings numerous commercial recordings
gptkbp:related_works gptkb:Nocturne,_Op._9
gptkbp:time_signature 4/4
gptkbp:transcribed_for arrangements for other instruments
gptkbp:year_composed 1830
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Arnold_Schoenberg
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4