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Edouard Commette

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Scherzo

Edouard Commette was a French composer and organist who lived from 1871 to 1947. He was a student of Alexandre Guilmant and Charles-Marie Widor, two of the most prominent French organists and composers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Commette's music is characterized by its virtuosity, lyricism, and harmonic richness, and his works for the organ are particularly notable for their technical demands and expressive power. Commette's Pièces (6) for organ, Scherzo is a set of six short pieces for solo organ, composed in 1905. The work was premiered by Commette himself at the Church of Saint-Sulpice in Paris, where he served as organist from 1901 to 1947. The Pièces (6) for organ, Scherzo is one of Commette's most popular works for the organ, and it has been performed and recorded by many organists around the world. The Pièces (6) for organ, Scherzo is divided into six movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, is a lively and energetic scherzo in 6/8 time. The second movement, marked Andante, is a lyrical and expressive adagio in 4/4 time. The third movement, marked Allegro, is a fast and virtuosic toccata in 3/4 time, featuring rapid runs and arpeggios in the right hand and pedal. The fourth movement, marked Andante sostenuto, is a slow and contemplative adagio in 6/8 time, featuring rich harmonies and a soaring melody in the right hand. The fifth movement, marked Allegro vivace, is a lively and playful scherzo in 2/4 time, featuring syncopated rhythms and a catchy melody. The final movement, marked Allegro con fuoco, is a fiery and virtuosic toccata in 6/8 time, featuring rapid runs and arpeggios in both hands and pedal. The Pièces (6) for organ, Scherzo is a challenging work for the organist, requiring a high level of technical skill and musical sensitivity. The work showcases Commette's mastery of the organ as an instrument, with its wide range of tonal colors and expressive capabilities. The Pièces (6) for organ, Scherzo is a testament to Commette's status as one of the leading French organists and composers of his time, and it remains a beloved work in the organ repertoire to this day.

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