Composer

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Amy Beach

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Publication Date

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1893

Average_duration

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2:41

"Elle et Moi, Op. 21/3" is a composition by Amy Beach, an American composer and pianist. The piece was composed in 1892 and premiered the same year in Boston. It is part of a set of three pieces for piano titled "Trois Morceaux Caractéristiques." The piece is in the key of A minor and is written in a ternary form, with a moderate tempo. The first section is marked "Andante espressivo" and features a lyrical melody in the right hand accompanied by arpeggiated chords in the left hand. The second section is marked "Allegro con fuoco" and is more virtuosic, with rapid runs and arpeggios in both hands. The final section returns to the opening melody, but with added embellishments and a more elaborate accompaniment. "Elle et Moi" is characterized by its expressive melody and rich harmonies. The piece is often described as romantic and sentimental, with a sense of longing and nostalgia. The title, which translates to "She and I," suggests a narrative or programmatic element to the piece, although Beach did not provide any specific program notes. Overall, "Elle et Moi" is a beautiful and evocative piece of music that showcases Beach's skill as a composer and pianist. It remains a popular work in the piano repertoire and is frequently performed and recorded.

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