Composer

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José Antonio de Donostia (José Antonio de San Sebastián; Aita Donostia; Padre Donostia)

Genre

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Vocal

Average_duration

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0:47

'Atzo Ttun Ttun' is a Basque folk song arranged for piano by José Antonio de Donostia, a Spanish composer and priest born in San Sebastián in 1886. The piece was composed in the early 20th century and premiered in 1917. 'Atzo Ttun Ttun' is a simple and charming piece that captures the essence of Basque folk music. It is written in the key of G major and consists of three movements. The first movement is marked Allegro and is characterized by a lively and rhythmic melody that is repeated throughout the piece. The second movement is marked Andante and is more subdued, with a gentle and flowing melody that provides a contrast to the first movement. The third movement is marked Allegro and returns to the lively and rhythmic melody of the first movement, bringing the piece to a joyful and energetic conclusion. The piece is notable for its use of traditional Basque rhythms and melodies, which are woven together in a way that is both simple and sophisticated. The melody is based on a traditional Basque folk song, which Donostia arranged for piano and added his own harmonies and rhythms. The result is a piece that is both faithful to the original folk song and uniquely Donostia's own. 'Atzo Ttun Ttun' is a testament to Donostia's love of Basque culture and his commitment to preserving and promoting its music. As a composer and priest, he saw music as a way to connect with the divine and to express the beauty and complexity of the world around him. 'Atzo Ttun Ttun' is a perfect example of this philosophy, a piece that celebrates the joy and vitality of Basque folk music while also showcasing Donostia's own creative vision.

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