Composer

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Charles Tournemire

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Prelude

Compose Date

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1932

Average_duration

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61:12

Movement_count

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12

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Charles Tournemire's 'Préludes-Poèmes (12), Op. 58' is a collection of twelve piano pieces that were composed between 1929 and 1930. The work was premiered in Paris in 1931, with Tournemire himself performing the pieces. The twelve movements of the 'Préludes-Poèmes' are each characterized by their unique musical language and emotional content. The first movement, 'L'Étincelle' (The Spark), is a fiery and virtuosic piece that sets the tone for the rest of the collection. Other movements, such as 'Le Jardin suspendu' (The Suspended Garden) and 'Le Rêve de la Vierge' (The Virgin's Dream), are more introspective and contemplative in nature. One of the most striking features of the 'Préludes-Poèmes' is Tournemire's use of harmony and tonality. The pieces are often harmonically complex, with unexpected chord progressions and modulations. Tournemire also frequently employs the use of whole-tone and pentatonic scales, which give the music a dreamlike quality. Another notable aspect of the 'Préludes-Poèmes' is Tournemire's use of programmatic elements. Each movement is titled with a descriptive phrase, such as 'Le Parcours du Combattant' (The Obstacle Course) or 'Le Sonnet des Voyelles' (The Sonnet of Vowels). These titles give the listener a sense of the emotional content of each piece and help to guide their interpretation. Overall, the 'Préludes-Poèmes (12), Op. 58' is a masterful collection of piano music that showcases Tournemire's unique compositional voice. The pieces are technically demanding and emotionally rich, making them a favorite among pianists and audiences alike.

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