Composer

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Alexandre Tansman

Genre

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Chamber

Average_duration

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7:22

Movement_count

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5

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Alexandre Tansman's 'Pièces Brèves' is a collection of ten short pieces for piano, composed in 1932. The work was premiered in Paris in the same year by the pianist Yvonne Lefébure. The ten movements of 'Pièces Brèves' are titled as follows: 1. Prélude 2. Danse 3. Chanson 4. Valse 5. Pastorale 6. Scherzo 7. Nocturne 8. Barcarolle 9. Toccata 10. Final Each movement of the work is characterized by its brevity and concise musical ideas. The pieces are generally light and playful, with a focus on melody and rhythm. The first movement, 'Prélude', sets the tone for the work with its simple, yet elegant melody and delicate accompaniment. The second movement, 'Danse', is a lively and rhythmic piece that features syncopated rhythms and playful melodies. The third movement, 'Chanson', is a lyrical and expressive piece that showcases Tansman's gift for melody. The fourth movement, 'Valse', is a graceful and elegant waltz that features a flowing melody and delicate accompaniment. The fifth movement, 'Pastorale', is a peaceful and contemplative piece that evokes the pastoral landscape. The sixth movement, 'Scherzo', is a playful and energetic piece that features rapid-fire rhythms and virtuosic passages. The seventh movement, 'Nocturne', is a gentle and reflective piece that features a lyrical melody and delicate accompaniment. The eighth movement, 'Barcarolle', is a graceful and flowing piece that evokes the gentle rocking of a boat on the water. The ninth movement, 'Toccata', is a fast and virtuosic piece that showcases Tansman's technical prowess on the piano. The final movement, 'Final', is a lively and energetic piece that brings the work to a rousing conclusion. Overall, 'Pièces Brèves' is a charming and delightful work that showcases Tansman's gift for melody and rhythm. The brevity of the pieces and their concise musical ideas make them accessible to a wide range of listeners, while the virtuosic passages and technical demands of some of the movements make them a favorite among pianists.

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