Composer

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Jane Rutter

Genre

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Vocal

Average_duration

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2:14

Self-Portrait (after Debussy’s Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune) is a contemporary classical composition by Australian flautist and composer Jane Rutter. The piece was composed in 2018 and premiered on the 23rd of November 2018 at the City Recital Hall in Sydney, Australia. The composition is a tribute to the French composer Claude Debussy and his famous work Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune. Rutter's Self-Portrait is a reimagining of the original piece, with the flute taking on the role of the faun. The composition is divided into three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, titled "The Faun Awakens," begins with a slow and dreamy introduction, with the flute playing a haunting melody that gradually builds in intensity. The movement then transitions into a lively and playful section, with the flute dancing around the melody and exploring different tonal colors. The second movement, "The Faun Dreams," is a slower and more introspective section. The flute plays a melancholic melody, accompanied by gentle harp and piano. The movement is characterized by its ethereal and dreamlike quality, with the flute exploring the full range of its expressive capabilities. The final movement, "The Faun Dances," is a lively and energetic section that brings the composition to a thrilling conclusion. The flute plays a fast and intricate melody, accompanied by driving percussion and rhythmic piano. The movement is characterized by its virtuosic flute playing and its sense of joy and celebration. Overall, Self-Portrait (after Debussy’s Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune) is a stunning tribute to one of the greatest composers of the 20th century. Rutter's composition is a masterful reimagining of Debussy's work, showcasing the full range of the flute's expressive capabilities and demonstrating Rutter's skill as a composer.

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