Composer

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Joseph Canteloube

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1923 - 1930

Average_duration

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5:18

Movement_count

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2

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Joseph Canteloube was a French composer, musicologist, and folk-song collector who is best known for his collection of folk songs from the Auvergne region of France. He was born on October 21, 1879, in Annonay, France, and died on November 4, 1957, in Grigny, France. Canteloube's music is characterized by its use of folk melodies and rhythms, and his compositions often incorporate elements of traditional French music. One of Canteloube's most famous works is his "Deux Bourrées," which was composed in 1923. The piece is a set of two bourrées, which are traditional French dance forms that originated in the Auvergne region. The bourrée is a lively dance in triple meter, and it is typically played on the hurdy-gurdy, a traditional French instrument. The first bourrée in Canteloube's piece is marked "Allegro moderato" and is in the key of G major. The movement begins with a lively melody played by the violin, which is then joined by the piano. The melody is based on a traditional Auvergne folk song, and Canteloube's arrangement incorporates elements of the original melody while also adding his own harmonies and rhythms. The second bourrée is marked "Allegro vivace" and is in the key of D major. This movement is more energetic than the first, with a faster tempo and more complex rhythms. The melody is again based on a traditional Auvergne folk song, and Canteloube's arrangement incorporates elements of the original melody while also adding his own harmonies and rhythms. Overall, Canteloube's "Deux Bourrées" is a lively and energetic piece that showcases his skill at incorporating traditional French folk music into his compositions. The piece premiered in 1923 and has since become a staple of the French classical music repertoire.

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