Composer

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Vincent Persichetti

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Keyboard

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March

Average_duration

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1:24

Vincent Persichetti's 'Poems for Piano Vol. 3, Op. 14: No. 3, Puffed out and marching upon a blue sky' is a solo piano piece that was composed in 1949. The piece was premiered on March 6, 1950, by the composer himself at the Juilliard School in New York City. The piece is part of a larger collection of piano works titled 'Poems for Piano,' which consists of three volumes. Each volume contains a set of short pieces that are characterized by their brevity and concise musical language. 'Puffed out and marching upon a blue sky' is the third piece in the third volume of the collection. The piece is marked by its lively and energetic character, which is conveyed through its brisk tempo and rhythmic vitality. The opening section of the piece features a series of staccato chords that create a sense of momentum and drive. This is followed by a more lyrical section that features a flowing melody accompanied by arpeggiated chords. The middle section of the piece is marked by a sudden change in mood and texture. The music becomes more dissonant and angular, with jagged rhythms and harsh, percussive chords. This section creates a sense of tension and conflict that is resolved in the final section of the piece. The final section of the piece returns to the energetic character of the opening, with a series of rapid-fire chords and arpeggios that build to a climactic finish. The piece ends with a final flourish of chords that bring the music to a satisfying conclusion. Overall, 'Puffed out and marching upon a blue sky' is a lively and engaging piece that showcases Persichetti's skill as a composer of concise and expressive piano music. Its rhythmic vitality and energetic character make it a popular choice for pianists looking for a challenging and rewarding performance piece.

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