Composer

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Charles Ives

Genre

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Vocal

Compose Date

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1888-1921

Average_duration

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01:47

Charles Ives' "114 Songs, S. Appendix 3/Ba, (K. 6A(A))" is a collection of songs composed between 1894 and 1921. The collection was not published during Ives' lifetime, but was later compiled and edited by John Kirkpatrick and published in 1974. The songs are divided into four volumes, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first volume, composed between 1894 and 1899, consists of 29 songs and is characterized by Ives' experimentation with tonality and harmony. Many of the songs feature unconventional chord progressions and dissonant harmonies, reflecting Ives' interest in exploring new musical ideas. The second volume, composed between 1900 and 1907, consists of 31 songs and is characterized by Ives' use of traditional American folk melodies and hymns. Many of the songs feature simple, straightforward melodies and harmonies, reflecting Ives' interest in preserving and celebrating American musical traditions. The third volume, composed between 1908 and 1914, consists of 28 songs and is characterized by Ives' use of complex rhythms and polyrhythms. Many of the songs feature multiple time signatures and intricate rhythmic patterns, reflecting Ives' interest in exploring the possibilities of rhythm in music. The fourth volume, composed between 1915 and 1921, consists of 26 songs and is characterized by Ives' use of unconventional vocal techniques and extended vocal techniques. Many of the songs feature spoken or whispered text, as well as unconventional vocal sounds such as yelps, grunts, and sighs, reflecting Ives' interest in exploring the expressive possibilities of the human voice. Overall, "114 Songs, S. Appendix 3/Ba, (K. 6A(A))" is a diverse and innovative collection of songs that reflects Ives' interest in exploring new musical ideas and celebrating American musical traditions. The collection premiered in 1974, long after Ives' death, but has since become an important part of the American art song repertoire.

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