Composer

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Carter Pann

Genre

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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2011-2012

Average_duration

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01:00:39

Movement_count

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12

Movement ....

The Piano's 12 Sides is a contemporary classical composition for solo piano, composed by Carter Pann. It was commissioned by the Van Cliburn Foundation and premiered on June 6, 2014, at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, Texas, by pianist Adam Golka. The piece is divided into twelve movements, each representing a different side of a piano. The movements are titled as follows: "Lid," "Keyboard," "Hammers," "Strings," "Pedals," "Bench," "Tuning Pins," "Soundboard," "Action," "Dampers," "Case," and "Player." Each movement explores the unique characteristics and sounds of the corresponding part of the piano. For example, the "Hammers" movement features rapid, percussive rhythms and staccato notes to mimic the sound of the hammers striking the strings. The "Pedals" movement utilizes the sustain and una corda pedals to create a dreamy, ethereal sound. Overall, The Piano's 12 Sides is a virtuosic and challenging work for the pianist, requiring a wide range of techniques and dynamics. It is also a highly imaginative and creative piece, showcasing Pann's ability to evoke a variety of moods and emotions through the piano.

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