Composer

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Francisco Correa de Arrauxo

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Keyboard

Style

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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5:48

Francisco Correa de Arrauxo was a Spanish composer and organist who lived during the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods. He was born in Seville in 1575 and died in 1627. He is known for his keyboard music, particularly his works for the organ. One of his most famous works is the "Tiento de medio registro de séptimo tono," which was composed for the organ. The piece is in the key of D minor and is written in the tiento form, which was a popular form of keyboard music in Spain during the 16th and 17th centuries. The "Tiento de medio registro de séptimo tono" is divided into three movements. The first movement is in a slow tempo and is marked "grave." It features a series of chords and arpeggios that create a somber and introspective mood. The second movement is in a faster tempo and is marked "allegro." It features a lively and rhythmic melody that is accompanied by a series of fast-moving chords. The third movement is in a moderate tempo and is marked "andante." It features a more lyrical melody that is accompanied by a series of flowing arpeggios. One of the characteristics of the "Tiento de medio registro de séptimo tono" is its use of the organ's registers. The piece is written for the medio registro, which is a type of organ stop that produces a soft and mellow sound. Correa de Arrauxo uses this stop throughout the piece to create a warm and intimate atmosphere. Another characteristic of the piece is its use of counterpoint. Correa de Arrauxo was a master of counterpoint, and he uses it extensively in the "Tiento de medio registro de séptimo tono." The piece features a complex interweaving of melodies and harmonies that create a rich and intricate texture. The "Tiento de medio registro de séptimo tono" was premiered during Correa de Arrauxo's lifetime, although the exact date of its premiere is unknown. It has since become one of his most famous works and is still performed today by organists around the world.

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