Composer

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Sergey Rachmaninov

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1908

Average_duration

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3:11

"Letter to K. S. Stanislavsky, TN ii/56" is a composition by the Russian composer Sergey Rachmaninov. It was composed in 1915 and premiered on December 19, 1915, in Moscow. The piece is a single movement work for voice and piano, with a duration of approximately six minutes. The composition is based on a letter written by Rachmaninov to the famous Russian actor and director Konstantin Stanislavsky. In the letter, Rachmaninov expresses his admiration for Stanislavsky's work and his desire to collaborate with him on a theatrical production. The text of the letter is set to music, with the piano providing a delicate and expressive accompaniment to the singer's voice. The piece is characterized by its lyrical and expressive melody, which is typical of Rachmaninov's style. The vocal line is richly ornamented, with long, flowing phrases that showcase the singer's range and expressiveness. The piano accompaniment is equally expressive, with delicate arpeggios and rich harmonies that support the singer's voice. "Letter to K. S. Stanislavsky, TN ii/56" is a relatively short and simple composition, but it is nonetheless a powerful expression of Rachmaninov's artistic vision. The piece is a testament to his admiration for Stanislavsky and his desire to collaborate with him on a theatrical production. It is also a beautiful example of Rachmaninov's gift for melody and his ability to create music that is both expressive and emotionally powerful.

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