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Antonio Estévez

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Antonio Estévez's 'Piezas infantiles (17)' is a collection of 17 short piano pieces that were composed in 1951. The premiere of the work took place in Caracas, Venezuela, in the same year. The collection is divided into three movements, each containing several pieces. The first movement, titled 'Juegos y rondas' (Games and Rounds), consists of six pieces that are inspired by traditional Venezuelan children's games and songs. The pieces are characterized by their playful and lively rhythms, which are often accompanied by syncopated melodies. The movement includes pieces such as 'El gato y el ratón' (The Cat and the Mouse), 'La víbora de la mar' (The Sea Snake), and 'El patio de mi casa' (The Courtyard of My House). The second movement, titled 'Canciones de cuna' (Lullabies), contains five pieces that are meant to soothe and calm young children. The pieces are characterized by their gentle and flowing melodies, which are often accompanied by simple harmonies. The movement includes pieces such as 'Duerme, mi niño' (Sleep, My Child), 'Nana para un niño' (Lullaby for a Child), and 'Canción de cuna' (Lullaby). The third and final movement, titled 'Juegos y danzas' (Games and Dances), consists of six pieces that are inspired by traditional Venezuelan dances and rhythms. The pieces are characterized by their lively and energetic rhythms, which are often accompanied by syncopated melodies and complex harmonies. The movement includes pieces such as 'El joropo' (The Joropo), 'El merengue' (The Merengue), and 'La burriquita' (The Little Donkey). Overall, 'Piezas infantiles (17)' is a charming and delightful collection of piano pieces that captures the spirit and energy of traditional Venezuelan children's games, songs, and dances. The collection is characterized by its playful and lively rhythms, gentle and flowing melodies, and complex harmonies, making it a joy to listen to and play.

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