Unlike previous collections of preludes, such as those of j. After sonatas by beethoven and chopin, a disc of schumann and magisterial accounts of the two brahms piano concertos comes this recital of debussy centred on the first book of preludes. Chandos records is one of the worlds premier classical music record companies, best known for its ground breaking search for neglected musical gems. Debussys literary inspirations were mostly french, but he did not overlook foreign writers.
A descriptive analysis of the preludes book 1 of claude debussy. Jan 22, 2009 after sonatas by beethoven and chopin, a disc of schumann and magisterial accounts of the two brahms piano concertos comes this recital of debussy centred on the first book of preludes. There are evocations of calm seascapes, delicate wind tracery, and snowcovered landscapes. Debussy considered both impressionism and symbolism terms of abuse. Ilya itin, piano this video was recorded at the golandsky institute international piano festival at princeton university. Unlike other collections of preludes by great composers, debussy s do not follow a strict pattern of key signature. Dates for book ii are harder to come by, but the volume was published almost exactly three years after the first, on 19 april 19. Breiner for orchestra debussy completed his two books of preludes in 1910 and 19 respectively, and they contain some of his most visionary and poetic writing for piano.
Music for relaxation, reliance and relief 10,415,940 views 1. Both books 1 and 2 of debussys popular piano preludes are contained in this one sturdy volume. As for his piano compositions, after he completed the second book of preludes the only. Three years exist between the publication of the first and second book, with the former appearing in 1910. Unlike some notable collections of preludes from prior times, such as chopins op. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Some pedaling marks at the bottom if these pages were cut off.
Debussy preludes, bk 1 by claude debussy, paperback. Orchestral reimaginings of debussys piano pieces which are entertaining, intriguing and very satisfying. Claude debussy s preludes are two sets of pieces for solo piano, written in 191010 and 1912, and published as book i and ii respectively. A new album from marcandre hamelin is always cause for celebration. Order from your preferred classical music cd store arkivmusic. The purpose of this thesis is to discuss and give a descriptive analysis of twelve of the twentyfour preludes written by claude debussy. Each book was written in a matter of months, at an. Bach and chopin, debussys do not follow a strict pattern of key signatures. I bought these recently on cd, because i gave away my lps when i moved into a manhattan apartment in the late 1980s, i still miss them. Debussys colouristic masterpiece, a bewitching compendium of scents, colours and sounds. This album contains the preludes, books 1 and 2 by debussy, presented by piano classics, a label of brilliant classics. Apr 03, 2014 unlike previous collections of preludes, such as those of j.
I have one other schirmer debussy piano book and this compilation book was what led me to purchase this set of preludes. Debussy preludes, bk 1 alfred masterwork edition paperback march 1, 1986. One of debussy s 24 preludes is from book 1, prelude 12, also known as minstrels. Also recorded here is the second book of preludes, in a poetic and evocative performance. Preludes books 1 and 2 paperback april 1, 1999 by claude debussy composer 4. Soyoung choe performs excerpts from debussys preludes, book 1. This paper also includes a brief history of preludes as well as possible influences upon debussy and his compositions. Among the most important 20th century composers, and the most influential. P ierrelaurent aimards muchpublicised recent claim in an interview with a german newspaper that debussy is a.
Chandos records is one of the worlds premier classical music record companies, best known for. Recorded live during the marion rubin berman 31 piano honors concert april 12, 2012 in necs jordan hall in boston. Pour le piano estampes images 1 images 2 childrens corner suite. Maybe i am a lazy pianist but i like editions that have some fingering suggestions so i dont have so.
P ierrelaurent aimards muchpublicised recent claim in an interview with a german newspaper that debussy is a greater composer than wagner is by no. This was the first collection of debussys preludes i ever owned and i have yet to hear another that surpasses it. Sep 29, 2009 claude debussy s painterly preludes the subtle, elusive quality of debussy s twentyfour preludes is captured perfectly by pianist paul jacobs, who plays them with a tolling, belllike sound. Claude debussy h18621918 by the time he began writing the first book of preludes, claude debussy had established himself as an important and prolific composer having already produced most of the works that history would label masterpieces. The game was originally planned to not have any music. He was too good a composer to imitate debussy, although there are a few examples of direct influence it. A descriptive analysis of the preludes book 1 of claude. Often dubbed a musical impressionist, but his music always has a. Dance of puck from claude debussys claude debussy plays his finest works for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. Publication date 1910 topics preludes, for piano, scores featuring the piano, for 1 player collection. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Bach and chopin, debussy s do not follow a strict pattern of key signatures. Debussy played nos 1, 2, 10 and 11 at a concert on 5 may and we know that all of them, apart possibly from no 7, were heard in paris over the next ten months.
Complete preludes, books 1 and 2 dover music for piano claude debussy. In general i prefer arrau to most recordings of debussy, but even he struggles to bring out the best of book 2. These beautiful french works are a must for all pianists. Most pianists play book 2 as though they had to make the best out of a debussy whose creative power had fallen since book 1. Debussy preludes, book 1 by claude debussy 18621918.
The paradox is that debussy succeeded in a series of piano works starting with estampes in 1903 and culminating in the two books of preludes in 1910 and 1912 respectively in creating what can only be called an. Claude debussys preludes are 24 pieces for solo piano, divided into two books of 12 preludes each. These compositions, while endearing themselves to both pianist and listener, also occupy an important place in musical. Preludes, book 1 6 epigraphes antiques en blanc et noir robert and gaby casadesus 1956 by claude debussy. Debussys two books of piano preludes were the epitome of squeezing out the utmost palate of colours possible on a piano, aided by unique pedaling effects, sometimes putting the focus on low or high sonorities, and often stretching out the written music to three staves, the 24 preludes invite orchestral imagination on the part of the pianist. Claude debussys painterly preludes the subtle, elusive quality of debussys twentyfour preludes is captured perfectly by pianist paul jacobs, who plays them with a tolling, belllike sound. Debussy preludes, book 1 download free sheet music. This was the first collection of debussy s preludes i ever owned and i have yet to hear another that surpasses it. Preludes, book 1 6 epigraphes antiques en blanc et noir robert and gaby casadesus 1956 ns 0105.
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