Composer

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Michelangelo Rossi

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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79:19

Movement_count

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20

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Michelangelo Rossi's 'Toccate e Correnti d'Intavolatura d'organo e cembalo' is a collection of keyboard music that was composed in the early 17th century. The exact date of composition is not known, but it is believed to have been written between 1620 and 1640. The collection consists of 12 toccatas and 10 correntes, which are written for both organ and harpsichord. The premiere of the 'Toccate e Correnti' is not documented, but it is likely that Rossi performed the pieces himself in private settings. The collection was not published during Rossi's lifetime, and it was not until the 20th century that the music was rediscovered and brought to the attention of modern audiences. The toccatas in the collection are characterized by their virtuosic keyboard writing and their improvisatory style. Each toccata is structured around a series of contrasting sections, which are often marked by changes in tempo, meter, and texture. The toccatas are also notable for their use of chromaticism and dissonance, which create a sense of tension and drama in the music. The correntes in the collection are lighter in character than the toccatas, and they are characterized by their lively rhythms and dance-like melodies. The correntes are typically written in binary form, with two contrasting sections that are repeated. The music is often ornamented with trills, mordents, and other decorative figures, which add to the charm and elegance of the music. Overall, Rossi's 'Toccate e Correnti' is a significant contribution to the keyboard repertoire of the early Baroque period. The music is technically demanding and musically sophisticated, and it showcases Rossi's skill as a composer and performer. The collection remains a popular choice for keyboardists today, and it continues to be studied and performed by musicians around the world.

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