Composer

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Christopher Bowers-Broadbent

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Canon

Compose Date

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1996

Average_duration

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21:03

'Duets and Canons' is a contemporary classical composition by Christopher Bowers-Broadbent, a British composer and organist. The piece was composed in 1995 and premiered on October 22, 1995, at St. John's Smith Square in London, England. The composition consists of six movements, each of which is a duet or a canon. The first movement, titled "Duet for Two Feet," is a playful and rhythmic duet for the organ pedals. The second movement, "Canon for Two Hands," is a canon in which the two hands of the organist play the same melody in a staggered manner. The third movement, "Duet for Hands and Feet," is a lively and syncopated duet between the hands and feet of the organist. The fourth movement, "Canon for Two Voices," is a canon in which two different melodies are played simultaneously by the organ. The fifth movement, "Duet for Two Stops," is a slow and contemplative duet for two organ stops. The final movement, "Canon for Two Feet and Two Hands," is a complex and intricate canon in which the hands and feet of the organist play different melodies in a staggered manner. The characteristics of 'Duets and Canons' are its use of counterpoint, rhythmic complexity, and playful and inventive use of the organ's various stops and pedals. The piece showcases Bowers-Broadbent's skill as an organist and his ability to create intricate and engaging compositions for the instrument. Overall, 'Duets and Canons' is a challenging and rewarding piece for both performer and listener, showcasing the versatility and expressive potential of the organ.

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