Composer

:

Manuel Ponce

Genre

:

Chamber

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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ca. 1925 - 1926

Average_duration

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5:51

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Manuel Ponce's 'Canciones (3) Populares Mexicanas' is a set of three songs for voice and piano, composed in 1914. The songs were premiered in Mexico City in the same year. The three movements are titled 'La Pajarera', 'Por ti mi Corazón' and 'La Valentina'. The first movement, 'La Pajarera', is a lively and rhythmic song that tells the story of a bird that escapes from its cage and flies away. The music is characterized by its use of syncopated rhythms and playful melodies, which evoke the freedom and joy of the bird's flight. The second movement, 'Por ti mi Corazón', is a romantic ballad that expresses the longing and devotion of a lover. The music is characterized by its lyrical melodies and expressive harmonies, which convey the emotional intensity of the lyrics. The third movement, 'La Valentina', is a traditional Mexican folk song that tells the story of a woman named Valentina who is courted by many suitors. The music is characterized by its use of traditional Mexican rhythms and melodies, which give the song a lively and festive character. Overall, 'Canciones (3) Populares Mexicanas' is a beautiful and evocative set of songs that showcases Manuel Ponce's skill as a composer and his deep connection to Mexican folk music. The songs are beloved by audiences and performers alike, and continue to be an important part of the Mexican musical tradition.

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