Composer

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Agustín Barrios-Mangoré

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Lament

Compose Date

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ca. 1920 - 1940

Average_duration

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5:09

Agustín Barrios-Mangoré was a Paraguayan guitarist and composer who is considered one of the most important figures in the history of classical guitar. He composed a large number of works for the instrument, including the beautiful and melancholic "Chôro da Saudade." "Chôro da Saudade" was composed in 1920 and premiered in the same year. It is a solo guitar piece that is characterized by its expressive melody and intricate harmonies. The piece is in the key of A minor and is written in a slow tempo, giving it a mournful and introspective quality. The piece is divided into three movements. The first movement begins with a simple and haunting melody that is repeated throughout the piece. The melody is accompanied by a series of arpeggios and chords that create a rich and complex harmonic texture. The second movement is more rhythmic and features a series of syncopated rhythms that give the piece a lively and playful quality. The final movement returns to the melancholic mood of the first movement, with the melody played in a higher register and accompanied by a series of descending arpeggios. "Chôro da Saudade" is a beautiful and evocative piece that showcases Barrios-Mangoré's mastery of the guitar. It is a testament to his ability to create music that is both technically challenging and emotionally powerful. The piece has become a staple of the classical guitar repertoire and is beloved by guitarists and audiences alike.

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