Composer

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Marcel Tournier

Genre

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Miscellaneous

Style

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Miscellaneous

Average_duration

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10:43

Marcel Tournier's 'Images (12)' is a collection of twelve pieces for solo harp, composed in 1917. The work was premiered in Paris in the same year, and has since become a staple of the harp repertoire. The twelve movements of 'Images' are each inspired by a different image or scene, and are characterized by Tournier's use of impressionistic harmonies and delicate textures. The first movement, 'Cloches dans le ciel' (Bells in the Sky), features arpeggiated chords and bell-like harmonics, creating a dreamy, ethereal atmosphere. The second movement, 'Feuilles mortes' (Dead Leaves), is a melancholic waltz, with a haunting melody and delicate, fluttering accompaniment. Other movements include 'Vers la source dans le bois' (Towards the Spring in the Woods), which features cascading arpeggios and a lively, dance-like rhythm, and 'Sérénade' (Serenade), a gentle, romantic piece with a flowing melody and delicate ornamentation. Throughout the work, Tournier showcases the versatility and expressive range of the harp, with a variety of techniques including glissandos, harmonics, and intricate fingerwork. The overall effect is one of delicate beauty and evocative imagery, making 'Images (12)' a beloved work in the harp repertoire.

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