Composer

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Jehan Alain

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Fantasy

Compose Date

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1936

Publication Date

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1943

First Performance

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1936

Average_duration

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6:34

Deuxième Fantaisie, JA 117, AWV 91 is a piece of music composed by Jehan Alain, a French composer and organist. The piece was composed in 1933 and premiered on May 28, 1934, at the Église Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs in Paris. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement is marked "Lent" (slow) and is characterized by a haunting melody played on the organ's flute stops. The melody is then repeated in a higher register, accompanied by a series of chords played on the organ's reed stops. The movement ends with a return to the original melody, played softly on the flute stops. The second movement is marked "Vif" (lively) and is a fast-paced, energetic piece. It begins with a series of rapid arpeggios played on the organ's manuals, followed by a series of chords played on the pedals. The movement then transitions into a section marked "Très vite" (very fast), with the organist playing a series of rapid scales and arpeggios. The movement ends with a return to the original theme, played at a slower tempo. The third and final movement is marked "Lent" (slow) and is characterized by a series of chords played on the organ's reed stops. The chords are played in a slow, deliberate manner, with the organist gradually increasing the volume and intensity. The movement ends with a series of rapid arpeggios played on the organ's manuals, followed by a final chord played on the pedals. Overall, Deuxième Fantaisie, JA 117, AWV 91 is a complex and challenging piece of music that showcases Jehan Alain's skill as a composer and organist. The piece is notable for its use of contrasting tempos and textures, as well as its intricate harmonies and melodies. It remains a popular piece among organists and music enthusiasts alike.

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