Composer

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Joaquin Nin

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1932 - 1933

Average_duration

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22:20

Movement_count

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10

Movement ....

Joaquin Nin's 'Villancicos españolas (10)' is a collection of ten Spanish Christmas carols, composed in 1920. The premiere of the work took place in Paris in 1921, with the composer himself playing the piano. The ten movements of the work are titled 'A la Nanita Nana', 'Campana sobre campana', 'El Rorro', 'Los Reyes Magos', 'La Marimorena', 'El Noi de la Mare', 'Fum, Fum, Fum', 'El Desembre Congelat', 'El Cant dels Ocells', and 'La Nit de Nadal'. The 'Villancicos españolas (10)' is characterized by its use of traditional Spanish folk melodies and rhythms, which are combined with Nin's own harmonic language and compositional style. The work is scored for voice and piano, with the piano part featuring intricate and virtuosic accompaniments that complement the vocal melodies. The vocal lines are often ornamented with trills, turns, and other embellishments, reflecting the improvisatory nature of traditional Spanish music. Each movement of the 'Villancicos españolas (10)' is unique in its character and mood, ranging from the joyful and celebratory 'Campana sobre campana' to the tender and lullaby-like 'El Rorro'. The work as a whole captures the spirit of the Spanish Christmas tradition, with its rich cultural heritage and vibrant musical traditions. The 'Villancicos españolas (10)' remains a beloved and popular work in the repertoire of Spanish art song, and a testament to Joaquin Nin's skill as a composer and arranger.

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