Composer

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Federico Mompou

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1942

Average_duration

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4:16

'Damunt de tu nomes les flors' is a solo piano piece composed by Federico Mompou, a Spanish composer and pianist. The piece was composed in 1942 and premiered in the same year in Barcelona. It is part of a larger collection of piano pieces called 'Combat del somni' (Combat of the Dream), which was composed between 1942 and 1948. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement is marked 'Lento', and it begins with a simple, melancholic melody played in the right hand. The left hand provides a gentle accompaniment, with occasional dissonant chords adding to the overall sense of sadness. The melody gradually builds in intensity, with the left hand becoming more active and the chords becoming more complex. The movement ends with a return to the simple melody of the opening. The second movement is marked 'Molto lento', and it is the most introspective of the three. The melody is played in the left hand, with the right hand providing a delicate accompaniment. The harmonies are sparse, with long pauses between the chords. The overall effect is one of stillness and contemplation. The final movement is marked 'Lento', and it is the most dramatic of the three. The melody is played in the right hand, with the left hand providing a driving accompaniment. The harmonies are more complex than in the previous movements, with frequent use of dissonance and chromaticism. The movement builds to a climax before subsiding into a quiet coda. Overall, 'Damunt de tu nomes les flors' is a hauntingly beautiful piece of music. Mompou's use of simple melodies and sparse harmonies creates a sense of intimacy and vulnerability, while his occasional use of dissonance adds a touch of darkness and complexity. The piece is a testament to Mompou's skill as a composer and his ability to evoke powerful emotions through his music.

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