Composer

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Joaquin Nin

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Average_duration

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49:26

Movement_count

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20

Movement ....

Joaquin Nin's 'Cantos populares españoles (20)' is a collection of twenty Spanish folk songs arranged for voice and piano. The collection was composed in 1920 and premiered the same year in Paris. The twenty songs are divided into two volumes, with ten songs in each volume. The first volume includes songs from the regions of Andalusia, Castile, Catalonia, Galicia, and Valencia, while the second volume includes songs from Aragon, Asturias, Basque Country, Extremadura, and Murcia. Each song in the collection is characterized by its unique melody, rhythm, and harmony, which reflect the regional traditions and cultural heritage of Spain. The songs are arranged in a simple and straightforward manner, with the piano accompaniment providing a supportive and complementary role to the vocal line. The first volume of 'Cantos populares españoles' opens with the lively and rhythmic 'Sevillanas', a traditional dance from Andalusia. The second song, 'La Tarara', is a playful and humorous song from Castile, while the third song, 'El Testament d'Amelia', is a melancholic love song from Catalonia. The fourth song, 'Alborada', is a joyful and festive song from Galicia, while the fifth song, 'La Tarasca', is a lively and colorful song from Valencia. The second volume of 'Cantos populares españoles' begins with the majestic and solemn 'Jota aragonesa', a traditional dance from Aragon. The second song, 'Asturiana', is a hauntingly beautiful song from Asturias, while the third song, 'Zortzico', is a lively and rhythmic dance from the Basque Country. The fourth song, 'La Maya', is a joyful and festive song from Extremadura, while the fifth song, 'La Parranda', is a lively and rhythmic song from Murcia. Overall, 'Cantos populares españoles (20)' is a beautiful and authentic representation of the rich and diverse musical traditions of Spain. The collection showcases Joaquin Nin's skillful and sensitive arrangements, which capture the essence and spirit of each song while remaining faithful to its original form.

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