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Yann Tiersen

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2:42

"Comptine d'été No. 2" is a piano piece composed by French musician and composer Yann Tiersen. The piece was composed in 1995 and was first premiered in the same year. It is a part of Tiersen's album "Amélie" which was released in 2001. The piece is a solo piano composition and is characterized by its simple yet beautiful melody. It is a slow and gentle piece that is played in the key of E minor. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement begins with a simple melody played in the right hand while the left hand plays a repetitive pattern of chords. The melody gradually builds up in intensity and is accompanied by a more complex left-hand pattern. The movement ends with a soft and gentle cadence. The second movement is more complex than the first and features a more intricate melody. The left hand plays a series of arpeggios that provide a beautiful accompaniment to the melody. The movement gradually builds up in intensity and ends with a powerful climax. The third movement is the shortest of the three and features a simple melody played in the right hand. The left hand plays a repetitive pattern of chords that provide a gentle accompaniment to the melody. The movement ends with a soft and gentle cadence. Overall, "Comptine d'été No. 2" is a beautiful and emotional piece that showcases Tiersen's talent as a composer. Its simple yet powerful melody has made it a popular piece among pianists and music lovers alike.

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