Composer

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Louis Marchand

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Fugue

Average_duration

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1:55

Louis Marchand was a French Baroque composer and organist who lived from 1669 to 1732. He was known for his virtuosic organ playing and his compositions for the instrument. One of his most famous works is the "Fugue sur les anches," which was composed for the organ. The "Fugue sur les anches" was composed in the early 18th century, although the exact date is not known. It was likely composed for the organ at the Church of Saint-Louis-en-l'Île in Paris, where Marchand was the organist from 1702 to 1708. The "Fugue sur les anches" is a single-movement work that is characterized by its use of the reed stops on the organ, known as "anches" in French. The piece begins with a short introduction that sets the stage for the fugue. The fugue subject is then introduced on the manuals, and is later taken up by the pedals. The subject is then developed through a series of episodes and modulations, with the reed stops being used to create a rich and colorful sound. The "Fugue sur les anches" is a prime example of Baroque counterpoint, with the various voices weaving in and out of each other in a complex and intricate manner. The piece is also notable for its use of chromaticism, with many of the harmonies being quite daring for the time. The "Fugue sur les anches" was likely premiered by Marchand himself, either at the Church of Saint-Louis-en-l'Île or at one of the many other churches in Paris where he performed. The piece has since become a staple of the organ repertoire, and is frequently performed and recorded by organists around the world.

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