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Guillaume Lekeu

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3:36

Guillaume Lekeu was a Belgian composer who lived from 1870 to 1894. He was a student of César Franck and Vincent d'Indy, and his music is often associated with the Belgian school of composition. Lekeu's Andantino malinconico for piano was composed in 1891, when he was just 21 years old. The piece was premiered in Brussels in 1892. Andantino malinconico is a single-movement work that lasts around six minutes. The piece is marked "Andantino" (moderately slow) and "malinconico" (melancholic), and it is characterized by its lyrical melodies and rich harmonies. The piece is in ABA form, with the outer sections featuring a flowing melody in the right hand accompanied by arpeggiated chords in the left hand. The middle section is more agitated, with a faster tempo and more complex rhythms. Lekeu's Andantino malinconico is a good example of his style, which is often described as impressionistic. His music is characterized by its use of rich harmonies, subtle textures, and expressive melodies. Lekeu was also influenced by the music of Wagner and Liszt, and his music often features chromaticism and a sense of harmonic tension. Despite his short life, Lekeu was a prolific composer, and his music has been praised for its emotional depth and technical skill. His Andantino malinconico for piano is a beautiful example of his work, and it remains a popular piece in the piano repertoire.

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