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Which piano works did Robert Schumann write during the 1830s?
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Robert Schumann
Robert Schumann.
During the 1830s, Robert Schumann was highly prolific, focusing his creative efforts almost exclusively on piano compositions. His notable works from this decade include:
- Abegg Variations (Opus 1, published 1831)1
- Papillons (Opus 2, composed 1829â1831)1
- Carnaval (composed 1833â1835)1
- Ătudes symphoniques (Symphonic Studies, composed 1834â1837)1
- Fantasy in C Major (composed during his 16-month separation from Clara Wieck, which began in 1836)1
These works reflect his transition from aspiring virtuoso to a dedicated composer after a hand injury ended his performance career.1