Composer

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Charles Koechlin

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Sonatina

Compose Date

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1923 - 1924

Average_duration

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6:19

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Charles Koechlin's 'Nouvelle Sonatine for piano No. 4, Op. 87/4' is a four-movement piano sonata that was composed in 1945. The piece was premiered on May 22, 1946, by pianist Yvonne Lefébure at the Salle Gaveau in Paris. The first movement, marked "Allegro moderato," begins with a lively and rhythmic theme that is developed throughout the movement. The second theme is more lyrical and provides a contrast to the first. The movement ends with a return to the opening theme. The second movement, marked "Andante," is a slow and introspective piece that features a simple melody accompanied by delicate arpeggios. The middle section of the movement is more dramatic and features a more complex harmonic language. The third movement, marked "Scherzo," is a playful and energetic piece that features a fast and rhythmic theme. The middle section of the movement is more subdued and features a more lyrical melody. The final movement, marked "Allegro con fuoco," is a fast and fiery piece that features a virtuosic piano part. The movement is characterized by its driving rhythms and complex harmonies. Overall, Koechlin's 'Nouvelle Sonatine for piano No. 4, Op. 87/4' is a complex and challenging work that showcases the composer's mastery of the piano and his unique harmonic language. The piece is a testament to Koechlin's continued relevance as a composer in the mid-twentieth century.

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