Composer

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Stefano Bertuletti

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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3:52

Stefano Bertuletti's 'Fuga sopra un Soggetto' is a composition for solo piano that was composed in 2015. The piece premiered on May 15, 2015, at the Sala dei Notari in Perugia, Italy, as part of the 'Nuova Musica a Perugia' festival. The composition is structured in three movements, with the first and third movements being fugues and the second movement being a free-form interlude. The first movement is based on a subject that is introduced in the opening bars and is then developed throughout the movement. The second movement is a contrast to the strict form of the fugue and allows for more freedom in expression. The third movement returns to the fugue form and develops the subject further, leading to a climactic conclusion. The characteristics of 'Fuga sopra un Soggetto' are rooted in the tradition of Baroque fugues, with a clear emphasis on counterpoint and the development of a single subject. However, Bertuletti's composition also incorporates modern harmonies and rhythms, creating a unique blend of old and new styles. The piece requires a high level of technical skill from the performer, with intricate fingerwork and precise timing necessary to execute the complex counterpoint. Overall, 'Fuga sopra un Soggetto' is a challenging and engaging composition that showcases Bertuletti's skill as a composer and his ability to blend traditional and modern styles. Its premiere at the 'Nuova Musica a Perugia' festival was well-received, and the piece continues to be performed by pianists around the world.

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