Composer

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Girolamo Frescobaldi

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Publication Date

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1628

Average_duration

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2:42

Girolamo Frescobaldi was an Italian composer and keyboardist of the Baroque era. He was born in Ferrara in 1583 and died in Rome in 1643. He was one of the most important composers of keyboard music in the early Baroque period, and his works had a significant influence on the development of keyboard music in Italy and beyond. In partitura, il primo libro della canzoni ... No. 32, a quattro. a due canti, e due bassi, detta l'Altogradina' is a collection of canzonas for four voices, two sopranos, and two basses. It was composed by Frescobaldi and was first published in 1628. The collection consists of 32 canzonas, and the Altogradina is the 32nd piece in the collection. The Altogradina is divided into four movements, and each movement has its own distinct character. The first movement is marked "Allegro," and it is a lively and energetic piece with a strong rhythmic drive. The second movement is marked "Adagio," and it is a slow and expressive piece with a beautiful melody. The third movement is marked "Allegro," and it is a lively and playful piece with a syncopated rhythm. The final movement is marked "Presto," and it is a fast and virtuosic piece with a complex and intricate texture. The Altogradina is a prime example of Frescobaldi's style, which is characterized by its virtuosity, expressiveness, and harmonic complexity. The piece is written in a contrapuntal style, with each voice having its own independent melody and rhythm. The harmonies are rich and complex, with frequent use of chromaticism and dissonance. The piece also features frequent use of ornamentation, such as trills, mordents, and turns, which add to its virtuosic character. Overall, the Altogradina is a masterpiece of Baroque keyboard music, and it showcases Frescobaldi's exceptional talent as a composer and keyboardist. Its intricate textures, complex harmonies, and virtuosic character make it a challenging and rewarding piece for performers and listeners alike.

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