Composer

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György Kurtág

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

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5:23

György Kurtág's "Transcription for piano of Bach's Aus tiefer Not schrei ich zu dir, BWV 687" is a hauntingly beautiful piece that was composed in 1986. The piece was premiered in Budapest, Hungary, on November 22, 1986, by the composer himself. The piece is a transcription of Bach's chorale prelude "Aus tiefer Not schrei ich zu dir," which translates to "Out of the depths I cry to you." The original piece was written for organ and is part of Bach's collection of chorale preludes known as the "Orgelbüchlein." Kurtág's transcription for piano is a single movement piece that lasts just over two minutes. The piece is characterized by its sparse and delicate texture, with the melody of the chorale being played in the upper register of the piano while the lower register provides a gentle accompaniment. Kurtág's transcription is faithful to Bach's original composition, but he adds his own unique touches to the piece. For example, he uses a technique called "cluster chords," where multiple notes are played at the same time to create a dissonant sound. This technique adds a sense of tension and unease to the piece, which is fitting given the somber nature of the original chorale. Overall, Kurtág's "Transcription for piano of Bach's Aus tiefer Not schrei ich zu dir, BWV 687" is a beautiful and haunting piece that pays homage to Bach's original composition while adding Kurtág's own unique voice to the music.

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