Composer

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Joaquín Turina

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Average_duration

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15:41

Movement_count

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8

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Joaquín Turina's 'Jardin de niños, Op. 63' is a suite for piano, composed in 1927. The premiere of the work took place in Madrid, Spain, in the same year. The suite consists of six movements, each of which is inspired by the world of children and their games. The first movement, 'El patio de mi casa' (The courtyard of my house), is a lively and playful piece that evokes the sounds of children playing in a courtyard. The second movement, 'Jugando al soldado' (Playing soldier), is a march-like piece that imitates the sound of a child playing with toy soldiers. The third movement, 'La merienda' (The snack), is a slower and more contemplative piece that evokes the peaceful atmosphere of a child's snack time. The fourth movement, 'La siesta' (The nap), is a dreamy and peaceful piece that captures the feeling of a child drifting off to sleep. The fifth movement, 'El columpio' (The swing), is a lively and rhythmic piece that imitates the motion of a child on a swing. The final movement, 'La pandilla' (The gang), is a fast and energetic piece that evokes the excitement and chaos of a group of children playing together. Overall, 'Jardin de niños, Op. 63' is a charming and evocative suite that captures the spirit of childhood through its playful melodies and imaginative use of rhythm and harmony. Turina's use of Spanish folk melodies and rhythms adds a distinctive flavor to the work, making it a unique and memorable addition to the piano repertoire.

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