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Title	Für meine Liebste (Pro moju najmulsiu)
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Waltz
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	DirStm (Condensed Score and parts)
Publisher's article no.	KL 1797
Year of publication	2006
Price	54.00 EUR (incl. 10 % Austrian VAT)
Composer	Padivy, Karol
Difficulty level	2
Evaluation level of countries	A2 (Austrian B level); PWM-at (Literaturliste Polka, Walzer, Marsch)
Additional info/contents	"For My Beloved" (Pro moju najmulsiu) is a folk waltz by the Czech composer Karol Pádivý, written for wind orchestra with eight to twelve parts. The work combines traditional waltz elements with Central European folklore and is characterized by catchy melodies and a clear rhythmic structure.
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Programme notes: For My Beloved (Pro moju najmulsiu) – A Waltz by Karol Pádivý: Analysis and Historical Context The waltz "For My Beloved" (Czech: *Pro moju najmulsiu*) is a composition by the Czech composer Karol Pádivý. Written for wind band, the work is considered a folk composition of the 20th century and exemplifies the fusion of traditional waltz elements with Central European folklore. The waltz is designed for a small to medium-sized wind band, typically with eight to twelve parts. The instrumentation includes a conductor's part in C and a standard wind band scoring. Stylistically, the piece draws on Czech and Slovak folklore, with catchy melodies and a clear rhythmic structure emphasizing its dance-like character. The composition is suitable for medium-sized ensembles and requires precise interpretation to bring out the typical waltz charm. *For My Beloved* was published by Johann Kliment Music Publishers and is available as a full score and as individual parts for wind orchestra. The work is particularly well-known in the wind band scene and is frequently performed in concert programs. • Karol Pádivý – Life and Work Karol Pádivý, born in 1908 in Czechoslovakia, was a significant composer, conductor, and arranger who primarily dedicated himself to wind band literature. His musical output is characterized by folk influences, especially from the Czech and Slovak traditions. Pádivý's works are distinguished by catchy melodies and danceable rhythms, making them attractive to both amateur and professional ensembles. Besides *For My Beloved*, Pádivý composed numerous other pieces, including marches such as *Textilaku* and *Pochod textilákov* (Textile Workers' March), as well as dances like the *Vajnorska Polka* and the *Csárdás from Sucsa*. His works remain a staple of the repertoire of Czech and Slovak wind orchestras and are performed worldwide. Historically, *For My Beloved* emerged within the context of Pádivý's extensive work as a composer of light music. The waltz is a prime example of his ability to blend traditional melodies with modern arrangements. The work's reception demonstrates its particular appreciation within wind band circles. It is considered an accessible yet challenging piece, used in both concert performances and musical education. Karol Pádivý's influence on the wind band scene continues to this day. His compositions, including *Für meine Liebste* (For My Beloved), are considered important representatives of the Central European brass band tradition. They combine folk elements with the classical waltz tradition and thus remain a vibrant part of musical culture. • In summary, *Für meine Liebste* is not only a characteristic waltz but also an example of Karol Pádivý's musical legacy. The work represents the living tradition of brass band music and remains a popular repertoire piece for wind orchestras worldwide. • Text: musicainfo.net (KI)

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