Composer

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Frederic Rzewski

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Compose Date

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1991

Average_duration

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18:28

Frederic Rzewski's 'Ludes, for piano, Book 2, Nos. 13-24' is a collection of twelve short pieces for solo piano. The work was composed in 1980 and premiered the same year by the composer himself. The twelve movements of 'Ludes' are characterized by their brevity and their explorations of various musical styles and techniques. Each piece is a miniature study in a particular aspect of piano playing, from the percussive rhythms of "Lude 13" to the delicate filigree of "Lude 24." The first movement, "Lude 13," is a lively and rhythmic piece that features syncopated accents and a driving bass line. "Lude 14" is a more introspective piece, with a slow and mournful melody that is accompanied by delicate arpeggios. "Lude 15" is a playful and whimsical piece that features a jaunty melody and a bouncy rhythm. "Lude 16" is a more abstract piece that explores the use of dissonance and unconventional harmonies. "Lude 17" is a virtuosic piece that features rapid runs and arpeggios, while "Lude 18" is a more contemplative piece that features a simple and lyrical melody. "Lude 19" is a lively and energetic piece that features a driving rhythm and a playful melody. "Lude 20" is a more introspective piece that features a slow and mournful melody that is accompanied by delicate arpeggios. "Lude 21" is a playful and whimsical piece that features a jaunty melody and a bouncy rhythm. "Lude 22" is a more abstract piece that explores the use of dissonance and unconventional harmonies. "Lude 23" is a virtuosic piece that features rapid runs and arpeggios, while "Lude 24" is a more contemplative piece that features a simple and lyrical melody. Overall, 'Ludes, for piano, Book 2, Nos. 13-24' is a diverse and engaging collection of short piano pieces that showcase Rzewski's skill as a composer and pianist. Each movement is a miniature study in a particular aspect of piano playing, and the collection as a whole is a testament to the versatility and expressive potential of the piano.

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