Composer

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Jean de Sainte-Colombe

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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7:45

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Jean de Sainte-Colombe was a French composer and viola da gamba player who lived during the Baroque period. He is known for his contribution to the development of the French viola da gamba school, and his works are highly regarded for their expressive and emotional qualities. One of his most famous works is the Concert for 2 equal bass viols No. 3 Le tendre, which was composed in the late 17th century. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written around 1680. The Concert for 2 equal bass viols No. 3 Le tendre is a chamber music piece that consists of four movements. The first movement is marked "Grave" and is characterized by its slow and mournful melody. The second movement is marked "Legerement" and is more upbeat and lively, with a playful and dance-like quality. The third movement is marked "Sarabande" and is a slow and stately dance, with a strong emphasis on the first beat of each measure. The final movement is marked "Gigue" and is a fast and lively dance, with a strong rhythmic drive. The Concert for 2 equal bass viols No. 3 Le tendre is notable for its use of the viola da gamba, an instrument that was popular during the Baroque period but has since fallen out of favor. Sainte-Colombe's writing for the instrument is highly expressive, with a focus on the instrument's rich and resonant tone. The piece also showcases Sainte-Colombe's skill as a composer, with its intricate counterpoint and complex harmonies. The Concert for 2 equal bass viols No. 3 Le tendre premiered in France during the late 17th century, and it quickly became popular among musicians and audiences alike. Today, it is considered one of Sainte-Colombe's most important works, and it continues to be performed and recorded by musicians around the world.

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