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Giovanni Picchi

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Keyboard

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2:38

Giovanni Picchi was an Italian composer and organist who lived during the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods. He was born in Venice in 1571 and died in the same city in 1643. One of his most famous works is the "Balli d'Arpicordo, Ballo ongaro con il suo balletto," which was composed in the early 17th century. The "Balli d'Arpicordo" is a collection of dances for harpsichord, which was a popular instrument during the Baroque period. The work consists of six movements, each of which is a different dance. The first movement is a "Passemezzo," which is a slow, stately dance in triple meter. The second movement is a "Saltarello," which is a lively dance in triple meter. The third movement is a "Gagliarda," which is a fast, lively dance in duple meter. The fourth movement is a "Corrente," which is a fast, flowing dance in triple meter. The fifth movement is a "Ballo Ongaro," which is a Hungarian dance in duple meter. The final movement is a "Balletto," which is a lively dance in triple meter. The "Balli d'Arpicordo" is characterized by its lively rhythms, intricate harmonies, and virtuosic keyboard writing. The dances are all based on popular dance forms of the time, but Picchi adds his own unique twists and turns to each movement. The "Ballo Ongaro" is particularly notable for its use of Hungarian folk melodies and rhythms, which were popular in Italy during the Baroque period. The "Balli d'Arpicordo" was first published in 1621 and quickly became popular throughout Italy and Europe. It was often performed at courtly dances and other social events, and it remains a popular work for harpsichordists today. The work is a testament to Picchi's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both technically challenging and musically engaging.

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