Composer

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Alan Rawsthorne

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Bagatelle

Compose Date

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1938

Average_duration

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5:40

Movement_count

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4

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Alan Rawsthorne's 'Bagatelles (4) for piano' is a set of four short pieces for solo piano. The composition was completed in 1941 and premiered on 22nd January 1942 at the Wigmore Hall in London. The four movements are titled 'Allegro', 'Andante', 'Allegro vivace', and 'Allegro con brio'. The first movement, 'Allegro', is a lively and energetic piece with a playful character. It is marked by a driving rhythm and a sense of urgency that propels the music forward. The second movement, 'Andante', is a slower and more contemplative piece. It features a lyrical melody that is accompanied by delicate arpeggios in the left hand. The third movement, 'Allegro vivace', is a fast and lively piece that is marked by a sense of exuberance and joy. It features a playful melody that is passed between the hands and is accompanied by a lively accompaniment in the left hand. The final movement, 'Allegro con brio', is a fast and energetic piece that brings the set to a thrilling conclusion. It features a driving rhythm and a sense of urgency that builds to a dramatic climax. Overall, Rawsthorne's 'Bagatelles (4) for piano' is a charming and delightful set of pieces that showcase the composer's skill at writing for the piano. The four movements are characterized by their contrasting moods and styles, and they demonstrate Rawsthorne's ability to create music that is both technically challenging and musically engaging.

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