Composer

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Thomas Kotcheff

Genre

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Chamber

Compose Date

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2013

Average_duration

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22:29

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

"Gone into Night are All the Eyes" is a contemporary classical composition by Thomas Kotcheff, an American composer and pianist. The piece was composed in 2016 and premiered on April 22, 2017, at the University of Southern California's Newman Recital Hall. The composition consists of three movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, "Lament," is a slow and mournful piece that features a haunting melody played by the piano. The second movement, "Dance," is a lively and rhythmic piece that features a playful melody played by the piano and a variety of percussive instruments. The third and final movement, "Epilogue," is a quiet and introspective piece that features a delicate melody played by the piano. One of the most notable characteristics of "Gone into Night are All the Eyes" is its use of extended techniques. Throughout the piece, Kotcheff employs a variety of unconventional playing techniques to create unique and interesting sounds. For example, in the first movement, the pianist is instructed to play certain notes with the palm of their hand, creating a muted and percussive effect. In the second movement, the pianist is instructed to play the strings inside the piano with a variety of objects, including a drumstick and a metal rod. Another characteristic of the piece is its use of dissonance and unconventional harmonies. Kotcheff often uses chords and progressions that are unexpected or jarring, creating a sense of tension and unease. However, these dissonant moments are often balanced by moments of beauty and lyricism, creating a sense of contrast and balance throughout the piece. Overall, "Gone into Night are All the Eyes" is a complex and challenging composition that showcases Kotcheff's skill as a composer and his willingness to push the boundaries of contemporary classical music.

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