Drei Romanzen, Op.94 (Schumann)
Movements
i Nicht schnell (not fast) ii Einfach, innig (simple, heartfelt) iii Nicht schnell
Notes
The Three Romances were originally written for Oboe and Piano, Op. 94. It was composed in December 1849. The work consists of three short pieces in A-B-A form, and it was written during what was speculated to be one of Schumann’s manic episodes. The second romance, which is in A Major, is primarily a traditional duet between the two instruments with a tense B section that changes tempo twice. It begins with a soft, straightforward oboe presence and a matching piano passage. The 1st tempo change introduces a more attacking and rugged theme. The last tempo change reintroduces the central theme until the end of the romance.
