Composer

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Anne LeBaron

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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8:23

"Is Money Money" is a contemporary classical composition by American composer Anne LeBaron. The piece was composed in 1991 and premiered on March 7, 1992, at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The composition consists of three movements, each exploring different aspects of the theme of money. The first movement, titled "Money Talks," features spoken word and percussion, with the performers using various objects such as coins and bills to create rhythmic patterns. The second movement, "Money Changes Everything," is a more melodic section, featuring a solo cello accompanied by a chamber ensemble. The final movement, "Money is the Root of All Evil," is a more dissonant and chaotic section, with the performers using extended techniques on their instruments to create a sense of tension and unease. LeBaron's use of unconventional instrumentation and extended techniques is a defining characteristic of the piece. In addition to traditional instruments such as the cello and percussion, the composition also features instruments such as the toy piano and the musical saw. The spoken word sections in the first movement also add a unique element to the piece. Overall, "Is Money Money" is a thought-provoking and innovative composition that explores the complex relationship between money and society.

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