Composer

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Francis Poulenc

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Nocturne

Compose Date

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1934

Average_duration

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1:30

Francis Poulenc's Nocturne No. 5 for piano in D minor Phalènes, FP 56/5, was composed in 1934 and premiered on January 22, 1935, in Paris. The piece is part of a set of five nocturnes that Poulenc composed between 1929 and 1934. The Nocturne No. 5 is divided into two movements, marked "Très calme" and "Très animé." The first movement is characterized by a melancholic and introspective mood, with a slow and lyrical melody that is accompanied by delicate arpeggios in the left hand. The second movement, on the other hand, is much more lively and playful, with a fast and rhythmic melody that is punctuated by sudden bursts of energy. The piece is notable for its use of harmonies that are both dissonant and tonal, creating a sense of tension and release throughout the work. Poulenc also employs a variety of textures and dynamics, ranging from soft and delicate to loud and forceful, to create a sense of contrast and drama. Overall, the Nocturne No. 5 is a beautiful and expressive work that showcases Poulenc's mastery of the piano and his ability to create music that is both emotionally powerful and technically challenging.

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