Composer

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György Ligeti

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Etude

Compose Date

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1995

Average_duration

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8:29

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

György Ligeti's 'Etudes (3), Book 3' is a set of three piano etudes composed between 1995 and 2001. The work was premiered by Pierre-Laurent Aimard in 2001 at the Alte Oper in Frankfurt, Germany. The first etude, "Touches bloquées," is characterized by its use of clusters and repeated notes. The performer is required to hold down multiple keys with one hand while playing with the other, creating a dense and dissonant sound. The piece also features sudden shifts in dynamics and tempo, adding to its overall complexity. The second etude, "Fém," is a study in rhythm and texture. The performer is required to play rapid, staccato notes with both hands, creating a percussive effect. The piece also features irregular time signatures and syncopated rhythms, adding to its complexity. The final etude, "En suspens," is a study in harmony and timbre. The performer is required to play sustained chords and clusters, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. The piece also features microtonal intervals and glissandi, adding to its otherworldly quality. Overall, 'Etudes (3), Book 3' is a challenging and innovative work that showcases Ligeti's mastery of piano technique and his unique approach to composition.

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