Composer

:

Henri Sauguet

Genre

:

Vocal

Style

:

Vocal Music

Compose Date

:

1932

Average_duration

:

14:26

Movement_count

:

5

Movement ....

La Voyante is a ballet composed by Henri Sauguet in 1948. The ballet premiered on May 27, 1948, at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, France. The ballet is divided into three movements and is approximately 30 minutes in length. The first movement, titled "La Consultation," begins with a mysterious and eerie introduction played by the orchestra. The music then transitions into a lively and playful section as the dancers enter the stage. The movement features a solo for the fortune-teller, who dances with a scarf and performs various gestures to predict the future of her clients. The movement ends with a reprise of the opening music, creating a sense of uncertainty and mystery. The second movement, titled "Le Bal," is a lively and energetic dance featuring the entire ensemble. The music is upbeat and playful, with a prominent use of percussion instruments. The dancers perform various group formations and partner work, creating a festive and joyful atmosphere. The final movement, titled "La Mort," is a somber and melancholic dance. The music is slow and mournful, with a prominent use of strings and woodwinds. The dancers perform a slow and mournful dance, symbolizing the inevitability of death. The movement ends with a reprise of the opening music, creating a sense of closure and finality. Overall, La Voyante is a haunting and evocative ballet that showcases Sauguet's skillful use of orchestration and musical storytelling. The ballet's themes of mystery, joy, and mortality are expertly conveyed through the music and choreography, making it a timeless masterpiece of the ballet repertoire.

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