Composer

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Morton Feldman

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Open Form

Compose Date

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1971

Average_duration

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11:39

"I Met Heine on the Rue Fürstenberg" is a composition by Morton Feldman, an American composer known for his experimental and avant-garde style. The piece was composed in 1971 and premiered on May 4, 1972, at the University of California, San Diego. The composition consists of a single movement that lasts approximately 45 minutes. It is scored for a small ensemble of six instruments: flute, clarinet, violin, cello, piano, and percussion. The piece is characterized by its slow and quiet pace, with long sustained notes and delicate textures. The title of the piece refers to the German poet Heinrich Heine, who lived on Rue Fürstenberg in Paris during the mid-19th century. Feldman was inspired by Heine's poetry and his own experiences in Paris, where he spent time studying with the composer Olivier Messiaen. The piece is structured around a series of musical fragments, which are repeated and varied throughout the composition. These fragments are often very simple, consisting of just a few notes or chords, but they are combined in intricate and unexpected ways. The result is a hypnotic and meditative sound world that invites the listener to focus on the subtle nuances of the music. "I Met Heine on the Rue Fürstenberg" is a prime example of Feldman's unique approach to composition, which emphasizes the exploration of sound and the creation of a contemplative atmosphere. The piece has been praised for its beauty and its ability to transport the listener to a state of deep listening and reflection.

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