Composer

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György Ligeti

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Etude

Compose Date

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1985 - 1995

Average_duration

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55:10

Movement_count

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17

Movement ....

György Ligeti's 'Etudes (17), Books 1-3' is a collection of 17 etudes for solo piano, composed between 1985 and 2001. The etudes are divided into three books, with each book containing six, five, and six etudes, respectively. The premiere of the first book took place in 1985, while the second and third books were premiered in 1994 and 2001, respectively. The etudes are characterized by Ligeti's innovative use of rhythm, harmony, and texture. Each etude explores a different technical challenge for the pianist, while also pushing the boundaries of what is possible on the instrument. Ligeti's use of complex rhythms and polyrhythms, as well as his exploration of microtonality and unconventional harmonies, make the etudes some of the most challenging and rewarding works in the piano repertoire. The first book of etudes includes pieces such as "Désordre," which features a constantly shifting rhythmic pattern, and "Fanfares," which explores the use of clusters and glissandos. The second book includes "L'escalier du diable," which uses a repeating pattern of descending chromatic scales, and "Automne à Varsovie," which features a complex polyrhythmic texture. The third book includes "White on White," which explores the use of microtonality and unconventional harmonies, and "Entrelacs," which features a complex interweaving of melodic lines. Overall, Ligeti's 'Etudes (17), Books 1-3' represent a significant contribution to the piano repertoire, pushing the boundaries of what is possible on the instrument while also showcasing Ligeti's unique compositional style.

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