Composer

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Claude Debussy

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Arabesque

Compose Date

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1888 - 1891

Average_duration

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7:25

Movement_count

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2

Movement ....

Claude Debussy's "Arabesques (2) for piano, L. 66" is a set of two pieces for solo piano. The first Arabesque was composed in 1888, while the second was written in 1891. The pieces were premiered by Debussy himself in 1891. The first Arabesque is in the key of E major and is marked "Andantino con moto." It begins with a flowing melody in the right hand, accompanied by arpeggiated chords in the left hand. The piece is characterized by its delicate and dreamy quality, with a sense of fluidity and grace. The middle section features a more dramatic melody, before returning to the opening theme. The second Arabesque is in the key of G major and is marked "Allegretto scherzando." It has a more playful and whimsical character than the first, with a lively melody in the right hand and a syncopated accompaniment in the left. The middle section features a contrasting melody in the minor key, before returning to the opening theme. Both pieces are characterized by Debussy's use of impressionistic harmonies and textures, with a focus on color and atmosphere rather than traditional forms and structures. The Arabesques are among Debussy's most popular and frequently performed works for piano, and are considered to be early examples of his unique style.

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