Composer

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Alfredo Casella

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Compose Date

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1920

Average_duration

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14:09

Movement_count

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11

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Alfredo Casella's 'Pezzi infantili (11), Op. 35' is a collection of eleven short pieces for piano, composed in 1920. The work was premiered in Paris in the same year by the pianist Marguerite Long. The eleven movements of 'Pezzi infantili' are as follows: 1. Allegro moderato 2. Andantino 3. Allegro 4. Andante 5. Allegro 6. Andantino 7. Allegro 8. Andante 9. Allegro 10. Andantino 11. Allegro The pieces are characterized by their simplicity and charm, with Casella drawing on his experience as a composer of music for children. The first movement, for example, is a playful and energetic piece in which the right hand plays a lively melody over a steady left-hand accompaniment. The second movement is more lyrical, with a gentle melody that is passed between the hands. Throughout the work, Casella demonstrates his skill in creating memorable melodies and using them to create a variety of moods and textures. The third movement, for example, is a lively and rhythmic piece that features syncopated rhythms and playful accents. The fourth movement, by contrast, is a more introspective piece with a gentle, flowing melody. The final movement of 'Pezzi infantili' is a lively and energetic piece that brings the work to a rousing conclusion. Throughout the work, Casella demonstrates his mastery of the piano and his ability to create music that is both accessible and engaging. Overall, 'Pezzi infantili (11), Op. 35' is a delightful collection of short piano pieces that showcase Casella's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both charming and sophisticated.

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