Composer

:

Claude Debussy

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

:

1908

Average_duration

:

1:51

"Quant j'ai ouy le tambourin sonner" is a solo piano piece composed by Claude Debussy in 1890. It is the second movement of his suite "Suite bergamasque," which was premiered in 1905. The suite consists of four movements, and "Quant j'ai ouy le tambourin sonner" is the only movement that is not well-known. The piece is characterized by its lively and playful rhythm, which is reminiscent of a tambourine. The melody is light and airy, with a sense of whimsy and joy. The piece is in the key of F-sharp major and is marked "Allegretto scherzando," which means moderately fast and playful. The piece begins with a simple melody played in the right hand, accompanied by a light and bouncy rhythm in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with variations, and the rhythm becomes more complex and syncopated. The middle section of the piece features a more lyrical melody, which is played in the left hand while the right hand provides a delicate accompaniment. The piece then returns to the playful rhythm of the beginning, with the melody played in a higher register. Overall, "Quant j'ai ouy le tambourin sonner" is a charming and delightful piece that showcases Debussy's skill at creating playful and whimsical music. It is a lesser-known work in his oeuvre, but it is still a joy to listen to and play.

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