Composer

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Isaac Albéniz

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Suite

Compose Date

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1906 - 1907

Average_duration

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34:35

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Isaac Albéniz's 'Iberia Suite' is a masterpiece of Spanish music, composed between 1905 and 1909. The suite is a collection of twelve pieces for orchestra, each one inspired by a different region of Spain. The premiere of the suite took place in Paris in 1910, conducted by Paul Paray. The movements of the suite are as follows: 1. Evocación - This opening movement sets the tone for the entire suite, with its haunting melodies and evocative harmonies. 2. El Puerto - This movement is a lively and rhythmic depiction of the port city of Cádiz. 3. Fête-Dieu à Seville - This movement is a celebration of the Corpus Christi festival in Seville, with its processions and religious fervor. 4. Rondeña - This movement is a slow and mournful piece, inspired by the town of Ronda in Andalusia. 5. Almería - This movement is a lively and energetic depiction of the city of Almería, with its bustling markets and vibrant culture. 6. Triana - This movement is a tribute to the Triana neighborhood of Seville, with its flamenco music and dance. 7. El Albaicín - This movement is a depiction of the Albaicín neighborhood of Granada, with its winding streets and Moorish architecture. 8. El Polo - This movement is a slow and mournful piece, inspired by the flamenco style of the same name. 9. Lavapiés - This movement is a lively and rhythmic depiction of the Lavapiés neighborhood of Madrid, with its multicultural influences. 10. Málaga - This movement is a lively and energetic depiction of the city of Málaga, with its beaches and vibrant nightlife. 11. Jerez - This movement is a tribute to the city of Jerez de la Frontera, with its sherry wine and flamenco music. 12. Eritaña - This final movement is a celebration of the city of Valencia, with its colorful festivals and vibrant culture. The 'Iberia Suite' is characterized by its use of Spanish folk melodies and rhythms, as well as its colorful orchestration and evocative harmonies. Albéniz was a master of the piano, and his skill at creating intricate and virtuosic piano music is evident in the suite's many challenging passages for the orchestra. The suite is a testament to Albéniz's love for his native Spain, and his desire to capture its many diverse regions and cultures in music.

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