Composer

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Ronald Binge

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Character Piece

Compose Date

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1958

Average_duration

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3:57

"The Watermill" is a composition by British composer Ronald Binge. It was composed in 1958 and premiered the same year. The piece is a part of the "Elizabethan Serenade" suite, which was originally written for light orchestra. "The Watermill" is a slow and gentle piece that evokes the peacefulness of a countryside watermill. The piece is in 3/4 time and is characterized by its flowing melody and lush harmonies. The melody is played by the strings and is accompanied by the woodwinds and brass. The piece is notable for its use of the harp, which adds to the pastoral feel of the music. The composition is divided into three distinct sections. The first section is marked "Andante tranquillo" and features the main melody played by the strings. The second section is marked "Poco più mosso" and features a more lively variation of the melody played by the woodwinds. The final section is marked "Andante" and returns to the original melody played by the strings. "The Watermill" is a beautiful and evocative piece of music that captures the essence of the English countryside. It has become a popular piece of light classical music and has been used in numerous films and television programs.

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