Composer

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Silvestre Revueltas

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

Compose Date

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1938

Publication Date

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1977

Average_duration

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14:49

Movement_count

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2

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Música para charlar is a composition by Mexican composer Silvestre Revueltas. It was composed in 1935 and premiered on March 17, 1936, in Mexico City. The piece is divided into three movements and is scored for a small chamber ensemble consisting of flute, clarinet, trumpet, violin, cello, and piano. The first movement, marked Allegro, is characterized by its lively and playful nature. The flute and clarinet introduce the main theme, which is then passed around the ensemble. The trumpet adds a touch of brightness to the texture, while the piano provides a rhythmic foundation. The movement ends with a brief coda that brings the piece to a close. The second movement, marked Andante, is more introspective in nature. The violin and cello take center stage, playing a melancholic melody that is accompanied by the piano. The clarinet and trumpet provide subtle harmonies that add to the overall mood of the piece. The movement ends quietly, with the violin and cello fading away into silence. The final movement, marked Allegro con brio, is the most energetic of the three. It begins with a lively piano introduction that sets the tone for the rest of the movement. The ensemble then joins in, playing a fast-paced and rhythmic theme that is full of energy and excitement. The movement builds to a frenzied climax before coming to a sudden stop. Overall, Música para charlar is a charming and engaging piece of music that showcases Revueltas' skill as a composer. The piece is notable for its use of Mexican folk melodies and rhythms, which give it a distinctively Latin American flavor. It is also notable for its use of a small chamber ensemble, which allows for a greater degree of intimacy and subtlety than a larger orchestra would provide.

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