Composer

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Girolamo Frescobaldi

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Canzona

Publication Date

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1645

Average_duration

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3:28

'Canzoni alla Francese, No. 9, detta la Querina' is a musical composition by Girolamo Frescobaldi, an Italian composer, organist, and keyboard player of the Baroque era. The piece was composed in the early 17th century and premiered in Rome, Italy. The composition is a part of Frescobaldi's collection of 'Canzoni alla Francese', which consists of 12 pieces. 'Canzoni alla Francese' is a genre of instrumental music that originated in France during the Renaissance period and was later adopted by Italian composers. The genre is characterized by its lively and dance-like rhythms, and the use of imitative counterpoint. 'Canzoni alla Francese, No. 9, detta la Querina' is a four-movement piece that is played on a keyboard instrument, such as a harpsichord or organ. The first movement is marked 'Allegro', and it features a lively and energetic melody that is played in the right hand, while the left hand provides a steady accompaniment. The second movement is marked 'Adagio', and it is a slower and more contemplative piece that features a beautiful melody played in the right hand, with the left hand providing a simple accompaniment. The third movement is marked 'Allegro', and it is a lively and dance-like piece that features a playful melody played in the right hand, with the left hand providing a rhythmic accompaniment. The final movement is marked 'Presto', and it is a fast and virtuosic piece that features a complex and intricate melody played in both hands. 'Canzoni alla Francese, No. 9, detta la Querina' is a beautiful and engaging piece of music that showcases Frescobaldi's mastery of the keyboard and his ability to create complex and intricate melodies. The piece is characterized by its lively rhythms, beautiful melodies, and intricate counterpoint, and it is a testament to Frescobaldi's skill as a composer and musician.

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