Composer

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Federico Mompou

Genre

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Vocal

Compose Date

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July 21, 1914

First Performance

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July 4, 2009

Average_duration

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2:46

'Quand l'amant sortit' is a solo piano piece composed by Federico Mompou, a Spanish composer and pianist. The piece was composed in 1962 and premiered in the same year. It is a part of Mompou's collection of piano pieces titled 'Música Callada' (Silent Music). 'Quand l'amant sortit' is the fourth movement of 'Música Callada' and is characterized by its slow and melancholic melody. The piece is written in the key of E-flat minor and has a tempo marking of 'Lento'. The piece is marked by its use of simple and repetitive motifs, which are gradually developed throughout the piece. The opening of the piece features a simple melody played in the right hand, accompanied by a series of chords in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with slight variations, before transitioning into a more complex section featuring a series of arpeggios and trills. The piece then returns to the opening melody, which is played with even more variations and embellishments. The overall mood of the piece is one of sadness and longing, with the repetitive motifs and slow tempo creating a sense of introspection and contemplation. The piece is also marked by its use of silence and pauses, which add to the overall sense of stillness and quietness. 'Quand l'amant sortit' is a beautiful and haunting piece of music, which showcases Mompou's unique style and approach to composition. Its simplicity and understated beauty make it a timeless classic, and it remains a popular choice for pianists and music lovers alike.

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