Impromptus
An impromptu is a short piece of instrumental music that is reminiscient of an improvisation. This means that these works exhibit a certain character of spontaneity. The music shifts from one idea to another without any necessary calculation or caution. These properties give rise to a certain air of carefree latitude, the musical consequences of which are exquisite.
Impromptu No. 1 in A-flat Major, Op. 29 Impromptu No. 2 in F-sharp Major, Op. 36 Impromptu No. 3 in G-flat Major, Op. 51 Impromptu No. 4 in C-sharp Minor, Op. 66 — “Fantaisie-Impromptu”
