Composer

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Francis Poulenc

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Air

Compose Date

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1927 - 1928

Average_duration

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1:25

"Air romantique, FP 46/1" is a solo piano piece composed by Francis Poulenc in 1931. It was premiered on May 12, 1931, by the composer himself at the Salle Gaveau in Paris. The piece is part of a larger work called "Trois mouvements perpétuels" (Three Perpetual Movements), which also includes "Mouvement perpétuel No. 1" and "Mouvement perpétuel No. 2." "Air romantique" is the second movement of the work and is characterized by its lyrical and expressive melody. The piece is in the key of G major and is marked "Très calme et mélancolique" (Very calm and melancholic). The tempo is slow and the dynamics are mostly soft, with occasional crescendos and diminuendos. The piece begins with a simple melody played in the right hand, accompanied by a gentle arpeggio in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with slight variations, and the left hand becomes more active, playing a descending bass line. The middle section of the piece features a more complex melody, with a faster tempo and more intricate harmonies. The melody is then repeated with variations, leading to a gradual decrescendo and a return to the opening theme. Overall, "Air romantique" is a beautiful and introspective piece that showcases Poulenc's skill as a composer. Its expressive melody and gentle harmonies make it a popular choice for pianists and audiences alike.

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