Composer

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Jean Cras

Genre

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Vocal

Average_duration

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9:19

Movement_count

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3

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Jean Cras was a French composer and naval officer who lived from 1879 to 1932. He was known for his unique style that blended elements of French impressionism with Breton folk music. One of his most famous works is the "Chansons bretonnes (3)", a set of three songs for voice and piano. The "Chansons bretonnes (3)" was composed in 1908 and premiered in Paris the same year. The three movements are titled "La belle se sied au pied de la tour", "Le fils du vent", and "La jolie fille de Locronan". Each movement is based on a traditional Breton folk song, which Cras arranged for voice and piano. The first movement, "La belle se sied au pied de la tour", is a gentle and lyrical song that tells the story of a beautiful woman sitting at the foot of a tower. The melody is simple and flowing, with a delicate piano accompaniment that evokes the peacefulness of the scene. The second movement, "Le fils du vent", is more lively and energetic. It tells the story of a young man who is the son of the wind, and who travels the world on the back of a horse. The melody is more complex than the first movement, with a faster tempo and more intricate piano accompaniment. The third movement, "La jolie fille de Locronan", is a playful and upbeat song that tells the story of a pretty girl from the town of Locronan. The melody is light and bouncy, with a cheerful piano accompaniment that captures the joyfulness of the song. Overall, the "Chansons bretonnes (3)" is a beautiful and charming work that showcases Cras's unique style and his love for Breton folk music. The melodies are simple yet memorable, and the piano accompaniments are delicate and evocative. It remains a beloved work in the repertoire of French art song.

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