Composer

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Joaquín Rodrigo

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1951

Average_duration

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5:00

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Joaquín Rodrigo's 'Canciónes (3) españolas' is a set of three songs for voice and piano, composed in 1951. The premiere of the work took place in Madrid in the same year, with the composer's wife, Victoria Kamhi, as the soloist. The first song, 'En Jerez de la Frontera', is a lively and rhythmic piece that captures the essence of the flamenco style. The piano accompaniment is characterized by syncopated rhythms and arpeggiated chords, while the vocal line is ornamented with melismatic passages and expressive slides. The lyrics, written by the composer himself, describe the beauty and passion of the city of Jerez, famous for its sherry wine and flamenco traditions. The second song, 'Adela', is a tender and melancholic ballad that tells the story of a young woman who has lost her lover in a war. The piano accompaniment is simple and understated, with gentle arpeggios and occasional chromatic harmonies. The vocal line is lyrical and expressive, with long phrases and subtle dynamic changes. The lyrics, also written by the composer, convey a sense of nostalgia and longing for the past. The third song, 'De ronda', is a festive and joyful piece that celebrates the tradition of serenading in the streets of Spain. The piano accompaniment is lively and rhythmic, with syncopated chords and playful arpeggios. The vocal line is lively and virtuosic, with rapid melismatic passages and exuberant leaps. The lyrics, written by the poet Federico García Lorca, describe the scene of a group of young men singing and playing guitars under the window of their beloved. Overall, 'Canciónes (3) españolas' is a charming and colorful set of songs that showcases the composer's love for the Spanish musical and literary traditions. The work is often performed by singers and pianists around the world, and has become a staple of the Spanish art song repertoire.

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