Composer

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Charles Koechlin

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1896 - 1906

Average_duration

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8:39

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Little Pieces (4), Op. 32 is a collection of four short pieces for solo piano composed by French composer Charles Koechlin. The work was composed in 1910 and premiered the same year in Paris. The four movements are titled "Prelude," "Sarabande," "Menuet," and "Gigue." The first movement, "Prelude," is marked "lent et expressif" (slow and expressive) and features a lyrical melody that is passed between the hands of the pianist. The harmonies are rich and chromatic, and the piece has a dreamy, introspective quality. The second movement, "Sarabande," is marked "grave et majestueux" (serious and majestic) and is in a slow triple meter. The melody is simple and stately, with a sense of grandeur and nobility. The harmonies are more diatonic than in the previous movement, but still have a sense of richness and depth. The third movement, "Menuet," is marked "modere" (moderate) and is in a moderate triple meter. The melody is light and playful, with a sense of elegance and refinement. The harmonies are more diatonic than in the previous movements, and the piece has a sense of charm and grace. The final movement, "Gigue," is marked "anime" (animated) and is in a fast compound meter. The melody is lively and energetic, with a sense of joy and exuberance. The harmonies are more diatonic than in the previous movements, and the piece has a sense of playfulness and humor. Overall, Little Pieces (4), Op. 32 is a charming and varied collection of short piano pieces that showcase Koechlin's skill as a composer. The pieces are well-crafted and display a range of moods and emotions, from introspective to playful to joyful.

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