Composer

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Maurice Ravel

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song: Art Song

Compose Date

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1896

Average_duration

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1:44

Maurice Ravel's 'D'Anne jouant de l'espinette (Épigramme de Marot No. 2)' is a solo piano piece composed in 1913. It was premiered on May 5, 1914, by Ricardo Viñes in Paris. The piece is part of a set of three pieces based on poems by Clément Marot, a French Renaissance poet. The piece is in a ternary form, with a lively and playful first section followed by a slower and more lyrical middle section, and then returning to the initial theme. The piece is characterized by its use of syncopation, irregular rhythms, and dissonant harmonies. The syncopated rhythms give the piece a sense of energy and playfulness, while the dissonant harmonies create a sense of tension and unease. The piece is also notable for its use of impressionistic techniques, such as the use of pedal to create a blurred and dreamy effect. The middle section of the piece is particularly impressionistic, with its use of arpeggios and delicate trills. Overall, 'D'Anne jouant de l'espinette' is a virtuosic and challenging piece for the pianist, requiring a high level of technical skill and musical sensitivity. It is a prime example of Ravel's unique style, which blends elements of impressionism, neoclassicism, and jazz.

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