Composer

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Manuel de Falla

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Keyboard

Style

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Suite

Average_duration

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9:54

Movement_count

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3

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"El Sombrero de tres picos" is a ballet composed by Manuel de Falla in 1917. The ballet was based on a novel by Pedro Antonio de Alarcón, and it premiered in Paris in 1919. The ballet tells the story of a miller and his wife, who are visited by the local magistrate. The magistrate tries to seduce the miller's wife, but she resists his advances. The magistrate then tries to have the miller arrested, but he is saved by the intervention of the townspeople. The suite from "El Sombrero de tres picos" was arranged by Falla in 1919, shortly after the ballet's premiere. The suite consists of three movements: "Introduction," "Danza de la molinera," and "Danza final (Jota)." The suite is notable for its use of Spanish folk music and dance rhythms, which were a hallmark of Falla's style. The "Introduction" sets the stage for the ballet, with a slow, mysterious theme that gradually builds in intensity. The "Danza de la molinera" is a lively dance that features a solo clarinet and castanets. The dance is based on a traditional Spanish folk melody, and it is characterized by its syncopated rhythms and playful melodies. The "Danza final (Jota)" is a fast-paced dance that features a solo violin and a driving rhythm. The dance is based on the jota, a traditional Spanish dance that is characterized by its fast tempo and intricate footwork. Overall, the suite from "El Sombrero de tres picos" is a lively and colorful work that showcases Falla's skill at incorporating Spanish folk music and dance rhythms into his compositions. The suite has become one of Falla's most popular works, and it is frequently performed by orchestras around the world.

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