Composer

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Daniel Brel

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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2:40

"Parade" is a ballet composed by French composer Daniel Brel in collaboration with the famous Spanish painter Pablo Picasso. The ballet premiered on May 18, 1917, at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France. The ballet was choreographed by Léonide Massine, and the scenario was written by Jean Cocteau. "Parade" is divided into four movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, titled "Choral," is a lively and rhythmic piece that sets the tone for the rest of the ballet. The second movement, "Pantomime," is a slower and more contemplative piece that features a solo dancer. The third movement, "Final," is a fast-paced and energetic piece that brings the ballet to a thrilling conclusion. The fourth movement, "Ragtime," is a playful and upbeat piece that features a solo trumpet. One of the most notable characteristics of "Parade" is its use of unconventional instruments, such as typewriters, sirens, and a lottery wheel. This was a deliberate choice by Brel and Picasso, who wanted to create a new and innovative sound for the ballet. The use of these instruments was controversial at the time, and the premiere of "Parade" was met with mixed reviews. Despite the initial controversy, "Parade" went on to become a landmark work in the history of ballet. It was one of the first ballets to incorporate elements of modernism and avant-garde art, and it paved the way for future collaborations between artists from different disciplines. Today, "Parade" is considered a masterpiece of 20th-century art and continues to be performed by ballet companies around the world.

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