Composer

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Ernest Bloch

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1923

Average_duration

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15:03

Movement_count

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10

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Ernest Bloch's 'Enfantines' is a collection of five short pieces for piano, composed in 1916. The premiere of the work took place in 1918 in Geneva, Switzerland. The five movements are titled 'Berceuse', 'Musette', 'Meneut', 'Scherzo', and 'Galop'. The first movement, 'Berceuse', is a lullaby-like piece that features a gentle, rocking rhythm and a simple, singable melody. The second movement, 'Musette', is a playful and light-hearted piece that evokes the sound of a traditional French bagpipe. The third movement, 'Meneut', is a dance-like piece that features a lively, bouncing rhythm and a catchy melody. The fourth movement, 'Scherzo', is a fast and energetic piece that showcases Bloch's virtuosic piano writing. The movement is characterized by its rapid, staccato notes and its playful, mischievous tone. The final movement, 'Galop', is a lively and exuberant piece that features a fast, galloping rhythm and a joyful, celebratory melody. Overall, 'Enfantines' is a charming and delightful work that showcases Bloch's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both playful and sophisticated. The work is well-suited for young pianists and is often used as a teaching tool for developing technique and musicality.

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