Composer

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Charles Villiers Stanford

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Postlude

Compose Date

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1908

Charles Villiers Stanford's 'Short Preludes & Postludes (6), Set 1, Op. 101' is a collection of six short pieces for organ. The set was composed in 1905 and premiered in the same year. The six movements are titled Prelude in C major, Postlude in G minor, Prelude in D major, Postlude in A minor, Prelude in E-flat major, and Postlude in B-flat minor. The first prelude in C major is a bright and cheerful piece, with a lively melody that is passed between the hands. The postlude in G minor is more somber, with a slower tempo and a more contemplative mood. The second prelude in D major is a lively and energetic piece, with a fast tempo and a playful melody. The postlude in A minor is more subdued, with a slower tempo and a more introspective mood. The third prelude in E-flat major is a bright and cheerful piece, with a lively melody that is passed between the hands. The final postlude in B-flat minor is the most dramatic of the set, with a fast tempo and a powerful melody that builds to a thrilling climax. Overall, the 'Short Preludes & Postludes (6), Set 1, Op. 101' is a charming and accessible collection of pieces that showcase Stanford's skill as a composer for the organ. The pieces are relatively short and easy to play, making them ideal for use in church services or as part of a recital program.

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