Composer

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Joachim Raff

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1861

Average_duration

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18:23

Movement_count

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5

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Joachim Raff's 'Eglogues (5), Op. 105' is a collection of five pieces for piano, composed in 1877. The work was premiered in the same year in Frankfurt, Germany. The five movements are titled 'Pastorale', 'Idylle', 'Chant sans paroles', 'Danse villageoise', and 'Rondeau champêtre'. The first movement, 'Pastorale', is a gentle and peaceful piece, evoking the pastoral landscape of the countryside. The second movement, 'Idylle', is more lively and playful, with a sense of joy and celebration. The third movement, 'Chant sans paroles', is a slow and melancholic piece, with a haunting melody that is both beautiful and sad. The fourth movement, 'Danse villageoise', is a lively dance, full of energy and excitement. The final movement, 'Rondeau champêtre', is a joyful and festive piece, with a lively rhythm and a sense of celebration. Overall, the 'Eglogues' are characterized by their pastoral themes, with each movement evoking a different aspect of rural life. Raff's use of melody and harmony is particularly noteworthy, with each movement featuring a memorable and distinctive theme. The 'Eglogues' are a testament to Raff's skill as a composer, and remain a popular and beloved work in the piano repertoire.

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