Composer

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Paul Schoenfield

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1985

Average_duration

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23:08

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

British Folk Songs (6) is a composition by American composer Paul Schoenfield. The piece was composed in 1993 and premiered on March 14, 1994, by the Verdehr Trio at the Michigan State University College of Music. The composition consists of six movements, each based on a traditional British folk song. The first movement, "The Miller of Dee," is a lively and playful tune that features a fast-paced melody and a rhythmic accompaniment. The second movement, "The Ploughboy," is a slower and more contemplative piece that features a simple and beautiful melody. The third movement, "The Trees They Do Grow High," is a haunting and melancholic tune that features a slow and mournful melody. The fourth movement, "The Ash Grove," is a lively and energetic piece that features a fast-paced melody and a rhythmic accompaniment. The fifth movement, "The Water Is Wide," is a slow and beautiful tune that features a simple and elegant melody. The final movement, "The Keel Row," is a lively and upbeat tune that features a fast-paced melody and a rhythmic accompaniment. Overall, British Folk Songs (6) is a charming and delightful composition that showcases Schoenfield's skill as a composer. The piece is characterized by its use of traditional British folk melodies, which are given new life through Schoenfield's inventive and imaginative arrangements. The composition is also notable for its use of a variety of musical styles, including classical, folk, and popular music, which gives the piece a unique and eclectic sound.

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