Composer

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Isang Yun

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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14:14

'Glissées' is a composition for solo cello, composed by the Korean-German composer Isang Yun. The piece was composed in 1970 and premiered in the same year in Berlin, Germany. The composition consists of three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, marked 'Lento', is characterized by its slow and mournful melody. The cello begins with a series of long, sustained notes, which gradually build in intensity and complexity. The movement is marked by a sense of tension and unease, as the cello moves between dissonant and consonant harmonies. The second movement, marked 'Allegro', is a fast and energetic scherzo. The cello plays a series of rapid, staccato notes, which are punctuated by sudden pauses and silences. The movement is marked by its playful and whimsical character, as the cello dances and skips through a series of intricate rhythms and melodies. The final movement, marked 'Adagio', is a slow and contemplative meditation. The cello plays a series of long, sustained notes, which are interspersed with moments of silence and stillness. The movement is marked by a sense of introspection and reflection, as the cello explores a range of emotions and moods. Throughout the composition, Yun makes use of a technique known as 'glissando', in which the cello slides smoothly between two notes. This technique gives the piece its distinctive character, as the cello moves fluidly between different registers and tonalities. The use of glissando also creates a sense of continuity and fluidity, as the cello moves seamlessly between different movements and sections. Overall, 'Glissées' is a powerful and evocative composition, which showcases Yun's mastery of the cello and his ability to create complex and nuanced musical textures. The piece is a testament to Yun's unique voice as a composer, and remains a beloved work in the cello repertoire to this day.

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