Composer

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Jean de Sainte-Colombe

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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5:20

Movement_count

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3

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Jean de Sainte-Colombe was a French composer and viola da gamba player who lived during the Baroque period. He is known for his contribution to the development of the French viola da gamba school, and his works are characterized by their expressive and melancholic qualities. One of his most famous works is the Concert for 2 equal bass viols No. 7 Le pleureux, which was composed in the late 17th century. The piece is part of a collection of 67 pieces for viola da gamba that Sainte-Colombe wrote, and it is considered one of his most poignant and emotional works. The Concert for 2 equal bass viols No. 7 Le pleureux is a three-movement piece that is approximately 15 minutes in length. The first movement, marked "Lentement," is a mournful and introspective piece that features a slow and melancholic melody played by both bass viols. The second movement, marked "Gracieusement," is a more upbeat and lively piece that features a faster tempo and a more playful melody. The final movement, marked "Lentement," returns to the mournful and introspective mood of the first movement, with a slow and melancholic melody played by both bass viols. The piece is characterized by its use of dissonance and chromaticism, which create a sense of tension and unease throughout the work. The bass viols are also used to great effect, with Sainte-Colombe exploring the full range of the instrument and using a variety of techniques to create a rich and expressive sound. The Concert for 2 equal bass viols No. 7 Le pleureux premiered in the late 17th century, and it has since become one of Sainte-Colombe's most famous works. Its emotional depth and expressive qualities have made it a favorite among viola da gamba players and enthusiasts, and it continues to be performed and recorded to this day.

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