Who's behind the notes? Discover Friedrich Kuhlau: The Beethoven of the Flute
Friedrich Kuhlau, a German-Danish composer of the early Romantic era, crafted these virtuosic piano variations around 1820. As Op.42 No.1, they showcase his talent for transforming simple themes into complex, engaging works. Though Kuhlau is celebrated for flute compositions, these keyboard variations exemplify his gift for instrumental writing during Denmark's Golden Age.