Scott Joplin
Sarah Dear
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Composer:Scott JoplinGenre:VocalStyle:Vocal MusicCompose Date:1905Publication Date:1905Average_duration:2:19"Sarah Dear" is a ragtime composition by Scott Joplin, one of the most famous and influential composers of the genre. The piece was composed in 1905 and premiered the same year. It is a solo piano piece that consists of three movements. The first movement of "Sarah Dear" is marked "Moderato" and is in the key of C major. It begins with a simple melody played in the right hand, accompanied by a steady bass line in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with variations and embellishments, showcasing Joplin's skill as a composer and pianist. The movement ends with a short coda that brings the piece to a close. The second movement of "Sarah Dear" is marked "Andante" and is in the key of F major. It begins with a more complex melody played in the right hand, accompanied by a syncopated bass line in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with variations and embellishments, again showcasing Joplin's skill. The movement ends with a short coda that leads into the final movement. The third movement of "Sarah Dear" is marked "Allegro" and is in the key of C major. It is the most energetic and lively movement of the piece, featuring a fast-paced melody played in the right hand and a syncopated bass line in the left hand. The melody is repeated with variations and embellishments, building to a climax before ending with a short coda that brings the piece to a close. Overall, "Sarah Dear" is a typical example of Joplin's ragtime style, featuring syncopated rhythms, complex melodies, and virtuosic piano playing. It is a testament to Joplin's skill as a composer and pianist, and remains a popular and beloved piece in the ragtime repertoire.More....
