Composer

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Enriqué Granados

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Sonata

Publication Date

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1905

Average_duration

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115:12

Movement_count

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24

Movement ....

Enriqué Granados' 'Sonatas (24), H. 143' is a collection of 24 piano pieces that were composed between 1892 and 1910. The sonatas were premiered in various concerts and recitals throughout Granados' career, with the first complete performance taking place in 1916. The sonatas are divided into three groups of eight, with each group having its own distinct characteristics. The first group is characterized by its lyrical melodies and romantic harmonies, while the second group is more virtuosic and technically demanding. The third group is more introspective and reflective, with a focus on mood and atmosphere. Each sonata is relatively short, with most lasting between two and four minutes. They are written in a variety of keys and time signatures, with some being in traditional sonata form and others being more free-form. One of the most notable characteristics of the sonatas is Granados' use of Spanish folk melodies and rhythms. This is particularly evident in the second group, which features pieces such as the 'Andaluza' and the 'Rondalla aragonesa'. These pieces showcase Granados' ability to blend traditional Spanish music with the more classical forms of the sonata. Overall, the 'Sonatas (24), H. 143' are a testament to Granados' skill as a composer and pianist. They showcase his ability to write music that is both technically demanding and emotionally expressive, while also paying homage to his Spanish heritage.

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