Composed in January 1865, the Waltzes, Op. 39 are dedicated to Dr. Eduard Hanslick (1825-1904), a famous Viennese music critic who championed the music of Schumann and Brahms and was pleased to find, "no narcissistic affectation" in Brahms' piano music.<br />Although a waltz, this piece is commonly associated as being a lullaby along with Brahms' other works.<br /><br />It has also featured in the 2013 film "Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters ", 2005 film "The Brothers Grimm"<br /><br />Point Classics brings you the '30 Second Classics' series. A collection of two hundred Classical works, edited into 30 second excerpts, showcasing the most recognisable and famous parts.<br />©2014 One Media iP Ltd. All rights reserved.<br /><br />Subscribe to our channel http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=pointclassics<br /><br />Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/Point-Classics/739189099487117<br /><br />Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/Point_Classics<br /><br />Want to license this track? Visit our website! http://www.pointclassics.com/