Composer

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Peter Sculthorpe

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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3:43

Peter Sculthorpe's 'Easy Pieces (2)' is a collection of five short pieces for piano, composed in 1983. The work was premiered in the same year by the Australian pianist, Tamara Anna Cislowska. The five movements are titled 'Sea Chant', 'Left Bank Waltz', 'Night Song', 'Boat Song', and 'Little Serenade'. The first movement, 'Sea Chant', is a lively and rhythmic piece that evokes the sound of sailors singing while at sea. The second movement, 'Left Bank Waltz', is a gentle and romantic waltz that conjures up images of Parisian cafes and the Seine river. The third movement, 'Night Song', is a haunting and atmospheric piece that captures the stillness and mystery of the night. The fourth movement, 'Boat Song', is a playful and upbeat piece that imitates the sound of a boat bobbing on the water. The final movement, 'Little Serenade', is a tender and delicate piece that is reminiscent of a lullaby. Overall, 'Easy Pieces (2)' is a charming and accessible work that showcases Sculthorpe's ability to create evocative and memorable music with simple means. The pieces are relatively easy to play, making them ideal for students and amateur pianists, but they also have a depth and beauty that will appeal to more experienced musicians. The work is a testament to Sculthorpe's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both accessible and profound.

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