Composer

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Herbert Howells

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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25:17

Movement_count

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12

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Herbert Howells' "Lambert's Clavichord: Twelve Pieces for Clavichord, Op. 41" is a collection of twelve short pieces for solo clavichord. The work was composed in 1947 and premiered the following year by the British clavichordist, Thurston Dart. The twelve pieces are each named after a different month of the year, and they are arranged in chronological order. The first piece, "January," is a slow and contemplative piece that sets the tone for the rest of the collection. The second piece, "February," is more lively and playful, with a dance-like rhythm. The third piece, "March," is marked by its use of syncopation and its shifting harmonies. The fourth piece, "April," is a gentle and lyrical piece that features a flowing melody. The fifth piece, "May," is more energetic and features a lively, dance-like rhythm. The sixth piece, "June," is marked by its use of counterpoint and its intricate harmonies. The seventh piece, "July," is a slow and contemplative piece that features a simple, yet beautiful melody. The eighth piece, "August," is more lively and features a playful, dance-like rhythm. The ninth piece, "September," is marked by its use of syncopation and its shifting harmonies. The tenth piece, "October," is a gentle and lyrical piece that features a flowing melody. The eleventh piece, "November," is more energetic and features a lively, dance-like rhythm. The final piece, "December," is a slow and contemplative piece that brings the collection to a peaceful and reflective close. Overall, "Lambert's Clavichord" is a beautiful and introspective collection of pieces that showcase Howells' skill as a composer. The pieces are marked by their use of intricate harmonies, shifting rhythms, and beautiful melodies. The collection is a testament to the beauty and versatility of the clavichord as an instrument, and it remains a beloved work in the clavichord repertoire.

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