Composer

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Flor Peeters

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1949

Average_duration

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16:11

Movement_count

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4

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Flor Peeters was a Belgian composer, organist, and teacher who lived from 1903 to 1986. He was a prolific composer, with over 800 works to his name, and was particularly known for his organ music. One of his most famous works is his "Pieces (4), Op. 71," which was composed in 1955. The premiere of "Pieces (4), Op. 71" took place on May 22, 1955, at the Church of St. John the Evangelist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The work consists of four movements, each with its own distinct character and style. The first movement, marked "Allegro," is a lively and energetic piece that features a driving rhythm and playful melodies. The second movement, marked "Andante," is a more contemplative and introspective piece, with a slower tempo and more lyrical melodies. The third movement, marked "Allegro moderato," is a more subdued and restrained piece, with a more measured tempo and a more introspective mood. The final movement, marked "Allegro con fuoco," is a fiery and passionate piece that features fast, virtuosic passages and a sense of urgency and intensity. Overall, "Pieces (4), Op. 71" is a masterful work that showcases Peeters' skill as a composer and his deep understanding of the organ as an instrument. The work is characterized by its rich harmonies, intricate counterpoint, and virtuosic passages, and is a testament to Peeters' enduring legacy as one of the greatest organ composers of the 20th century.

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