Composer

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Robert Planel

Genre

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Chamber

Compose Date

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1969

Average_duration

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6:11

Movement_count

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3

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Légende is a piece of music composed by Robert Planel, a French composer and conductor. The piece was composed in 1949 and premiered in Paris in the same year. It is a solo work for clarinet and orchestra, and it is considered one of Planel's most famous compositions. Légende is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement is marked "Andante," and it begins with a lyrical clarinet solo that is accompanied by the orchestra. The clarinet's melody is expressive and melancholic, and it is reminiscent of a folk song. The orchestra provides a rich and warm accompaniment that supports the clarinet's melody. The movement ends with a soft and gentle coda. The second movement is marked "Allegro," and it is a lively and energetic scherzo. The clarinet's virtuosic runs and trills are accompanied by the orchestra's playful and rhythmic figures. The movement is full of energy and excitement, and it showcases the clarinet's technical abilities. The third movement is marked "Andante," and it is a slow and contemplative finale. The clarinet's melody is once again expressive and melancholic, but this time it is accompanied by a more subdued and introspective orchestra. The movement builds to a powerful climax before ending with a soft and gentle coda. Overall, Légende is a beautiful and expressive piece of music that showcases the clarinet's versatility and emotional range. Planel's use of folk-like melodies and rich orchestration creates a sense of nostalgia and longing, while the virtuosic passages and rhythmic figures add excitement and energy. Légende remains a popular and beloved work in the clarinet repertoire.

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