Composer

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Igor Stravinsky

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song Cycle

Compose Date

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1913

First Performance

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Jan 14, 1914

Average_duration

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3:27

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Igor Stravinsky's "Japanese Lyrics (3)" is a song cycle composed in 1912. The premiere of the work took place on May 23, 1913, in Paris, France. The cycle consists of three movements, each of which sets a Japanese poem to music. The first movement, "Akahito," is a setting of a poem by the Japanese poet Ono no Komachi. The music is characterized by its use of pentatonic scales and irregular rhythms, which evoke the sound of traditional Japanese music. The vocal line is accompanied by a sparse piano part, which emphasizes the simplicity and elegance of the melody. The second movement, "Mazatsumi," is a setting of a poem by the Japanese poet Ki no Tsurayuki. The music is more complex than the first movement, with a more elaborate piano part and a vocal line that is more virtuosic. The use of dissonance and chromaticism in the harmony creates a sense of tension and drama, which reflects the emotional intensity of the poem. The third movement, "Tsaraiuki," is a setting of another poem by Ki no Tsurayuki. The music is characterized by its use of syncopated rhythms and irregular phrasing, which create a sense of unpredictability and playfulness. The vocal line is accompanied by a lively piano part, which adds to the sense of energy and movement in the music. Overall, "Japanese Lyrics (3)" is a work that reflects Stravinsky's interest in non-Western musical traditions and his desire to explore new forms of expression. The use of Japanese poetry and musical elements was a departure from the Western classical tradition, and it helped to establish Stravinsky as a leading figure in the avant-garde movement of the early 20th century.

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