Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:musical_composition
gptkbp:arrangements arranged for various ensembles
gptkbp:artistic_influence has influenced many pianists and composers
gptkbp:artistic_innovation known for its innovative use of piano
gptkbp:audience popular among audiences
gptkbp:based_on Caprice No. 24 by Niccolò Paganini
gptkbp:challenges highly challenging for pianists
gptkbp:composer gptkb:Sergei_Rachmaninoff
gptkbp:critical_reception generally well-received by critics
gptkbp:cultural_impact influenced many composers
gptkbp:cultural_significance significant in classical music history
gptkbp:dedication to the memory of Anton Rubinstein
gptkbp:depth wide emotional range
gptkbp:duration approximately 20 minutes
gptkbp:first_performance gptkb:Philadelphia
gptkbp:form theme and variations
gptkbp:genre classical music
gptkbp:has_variations gptkb:24
gptkbp:historical_context written during the 20th century
gptkbp:historical_significance important work in Rachmaninoff's catalog
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Variations on a Theme by Paganini, Op. 35
gptkbp:influenced influenced later composers' works
gptkbp:influences Paganini's violin techniques
gptkbp:inspiration inspired by the virtuosity of Paganini
gptkbp:instrumentation piano and orchestra
gptkbp:is_influential_in considered influential in piano repertoire
gptkbp:legacy remains a staple in concert repertoire
gptkbp:music_style requires advanced piano technique
variation form
complex and intricate
rich and expressive musical language
uses counterpoint and variation techniques
gptkbp:musical_elements rich harmonies
gptkbp:notable_performances performed by famous orchestras
gptkbp:notable_recordings recorded by renowned pianists
gptkbp:orchestration full orchestra
gptkbp:performance has a rich performance history
often performed in recitals
gptkbp:performance_tradition often featured in piano competitions
gptkbp:performers often performed by concert pianists
gptkbp:piano_concertos often compared to Rachmaninoff's concertos
gptkbp:premiere_date 1934
gptkbp:recordings widely recorded by various artists
gptkbp:signature one of Rachmaninoff's signature works
gptkbp:style romantic
gptkbp:thematic_element develops the theme in various ways
utilizes a single theme throughout
gptkbp:theme explores various moods
features lyrical and dramatic themes
gptkbp:variant Variation 18
gptkbp:year_composed 1934
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Johannes_Brahms
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5