Composer

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François Couperin

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Publication Date

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1713

Average_duration

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3:33

François Couperin's "Les Sentimens, Sarabande" is a piece from his "Pièces de clavecin, I, 1ère ordre," which was composed in 1713. The premiere of the piece is not known, but it was likely performed in the salons of the French aristocracy. The piece is a sarabande, a slow and stately dance in triple meter that was popular in the Baroque era. Couperin's sarabande is characterized by its expressive melody and rich harmonies. The piece is in the key of G minor and begins with a simple, descending melody in the right hand. The left hand provides a steady accompaniment with broken chords. As the piece progresses, the melody becomes more complex and expressive. Couperin uses ornamentation, such as trills and mordents, to add interest and emotion to the melody. The harmonies also become more complex, with unexpected chord progressions and dissonances that create tension and release. The sarabande is divided into two sections, each of which is repeated. The first section is in G minor, while the second section modulates to B-flat major. The second section is more ornate than the first, with more elaborate ornamentation and a more complex harmonic structure. Overall, "Les Sentimens, Sarabande" is a beautiful and expressive piece that showcases Couperin's skill as a composer. Its rich harmonies and expressive melody make it a favorite among Baroque music enthusiasts.

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