Composer

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Jean Langlais

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Theme & Variations

Compose Date

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1951

Average_duration

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13:30

Movement_count

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8

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Hommage à Frescobaldi is a composition for organ by French composer Jean Langlais. It was composed in 1956 and premiered on May 6, 1957, at the Church of Sainte-Clotilde in Paris, France. The piece is dedicated to the Italian composer Girolamo Frescobaldi, who was a prominent figure in the development of keyboard music in the early Baroque period. Hommage à Frescobaldi is divided into three movements, each of which is characterized by a different mood and style. The first movement, marked "Allegro," is a lively and energetic piece that features a virtuosic display of the organ's capabilities. The second movement, marked "Lento," is a more contemplative and introspective piece that explores the organ's softer and more expressive qualities. The final movement, marked "Allegro con fuoco," is a fiery and intense piece that brings the composition to a dramatic and thrilling conclusion. Throughout the piece, Langlais incorporates elements of Frescobaldi's style, such as the use of imitative counterpoint, ornamentation, and the use of chromaticism. However, Langlais also adds his own unique voice to the composition, with his use of dissonance, rhythmic complexity, and unconventional harmonies. Overall, Hommage à Frescobaldi is a masterful tribute to one of the great composers of the Baroque period, while also showcasing Langlais' own talents as a composer and organist. Its three movements offer a diverse range of moods and styles, making it a challenging and rewarding piece for both performer and listener alike.

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