Composer

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Lili Boulanger

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Compose Date

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1914

Average_duration

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3:05

D'un vieux jardin is a composition for voice and piano composed by Lili Boulanger in 1914. It was premiered on May 5, 1915, at the Société Nationale de Musique in Paris, with the composer's sister, Nadia Boulanger, at the piano and the soprano Jane Bathori as the soloist. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement, "Le soir," is a melancholic and introspective piece that sets the mood for the entire work. The second movement, "Dans la nuit," is more dramatic and intense, with the piano providing a sense of urgency and tension. The final movement, "Au matin," is a more hopeful and optimistic piece, with the piano providing a sense of lightness and joy. The piece is characterized by its use of impressionistic harmonies and textures, as well as its use of modal melodies and unconventional chord progressions. The vocal line is often lyrical and expressive, with the piano providing a rich and varied accompaniment. Overall, D'un vieux jardin is a beautiful and evocative work that showcases Lili Boulanger's unique voice as a composer. Despite her tragically short life, she left behind a legacy of music that continues to inspire and move audiences today.

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