Composer

:

Einojuhani Rautavaara

Genre

:

Choral

Style

:

Suite

Compose Date

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1973

First Performance

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1973

Average_duration

:

6:14

Movement_count

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4

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Einojuhani Rautavaara's 'Lorca Suite' is a composition for solo guitar and string orchestra, inspired by the works of Spanish poet and playwright Federico García Lorca. The suite was composed in 1973 and premiered in Helsinki, Finland, in the same year. The suite consists of four movements, each of which is based on a different poem by Lorca. The first movement, titled 'El Silencio', is a slow and contemplative piece that reflects the poet's fascination with silence and the mysteries of the night. The second movement, 'La Luna Asoma', is a lively and rhythmic piece that captures the playful and sensual nature of Lorca's poetry. The third movement, 'Canción de Jinete', is a dramatic and intense piece that evokes the image of a horseman riding through the Spanish countryside. The final movement, 'Malagueña', is a lively and festive piece that celebrates the vibrant culture of Andalusia, the region where Lorca was born. The 'Lorca Suite' is characterized by Rautavaara's use of rich harmonies, intricate rhythms, and virtuosic guitar writing. The suite also showcases Rautavaara's ability to blend different musical styles and traditions, incorporating elements of Spanish folk music, classical music, and contemporary music. Overall, the 'Lorca Suite' is a powerful and evocative tribute to one of Spain's greatest poets, and a testament to Rautavaara's skill as a composer.

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