Debussy preludes, book 1 download free sheet music. Theres ferocity in debussys setting that seems to reflect what debussy called brusque oppositions of extreme violence and passionate tenderness. At one time his music was made to sound bleached and anaemic, but pianists are now ready to show it in much sharper focus. His readings of the first book of preludes, and the first set of images is going to be much, much, much more than soothing pastel background music listening. Helpful english translations of french terms as well as debussys performance. A descriptive analysis of the preludes book 1 of claude debussy.
Debussy preludes book 2 free downloadable sheet music. Unlike other collections of preludes by great composers, debussy s do not follow a strict pattern of key signature. Scotts analysis a similar study to my own regarding gestural analysis has been conducted by douglas scott on mozarts flute quartet in d, k285. Unlike other collections of preludes by great composers, debussys do not follow a strict pattern of key signature. Included is an outstanding cd recording from the naxos label. Maybe i am a lazy pianist but i like editions that have some fingering suggestions so i dont have so much. Steven osborne tells us that in preparing this recording he was struck by the enormous scope of these preludes. As part of an ma dissertation scott presented his own logicodeductive form of analysis based on hattens theories of music and gesture. It is meant to depict an ancient egyptian city and egyptian burial urns.
A descriptive analysis of the preludes book 1 of claude. Preludes, book 1 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. But where bach and chopin used their preludes as something of a technical exercise, composing one for each musical key, debussys were freeform and full of his signature expressive indulgences. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Well, debussy obviously agreed but that didnt stop him putting his own stamp on the genre. The titles of the preludes are written at the end of each work, thus allowing the performer to. Debussys colouristic masterpiece, a bewitching compendium of scents, colours and sounds. 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 began book 1 in december 1909, finishing it 2 months later in february 1910. A descriptive analysis of the preludes book 1 of claude debussy showing 14 of 68 pages in this thesis. The primary purpose of this study is to examine various ways in which analysis can provide solutions to problems that may arise in the performance of debussys preludes for piano. Complete preludes, books 1 and 2 dover music for piano claude debussy. Each book has a particular mode usually based on a tetrachord scale eg. The purpose of this thesis is to discuss and give a descriptive analysis of twelve of the twentyfour preludes written by claude debussy.
Prelude 10, titled canope in his book of preludes no. He is sometimes seen as the first impressionist composer, although he vigorously rejected the term. No warranty of any kind is made, including fitness for any particular purpose. Claude debussys preludes are 24 pieces for solo piano, divided into two books of 12 preludes each. Unlike some notable collections of preludes from prior times, such as chopins op. The autograph score by claude debussy composer online at alibris. He was among the most influential composers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. This is the paperback edition based on the hardbound complete works. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading.
Debussys book of preludes is some of his most wellknown and last works for solo piano. Hinsons suggestions for performance and an analysis of each prelude. Krystian zimerman is a prime example of the modern interpreter who presents debussy as a composer of sense as well as sensibility. These vary depending on which book of the bible is being chanted. This paper also includes a brief history of preludes as well as possible influences upon debussy and his compositions. Here in his first debussy recording for hyperion he presents the two books of images. Page 1 of 1 start over page 1 of 1 this shopping feature will continue to load items when the enter key is pressed. Book 2 was started in late 1912 and finished in april 19.
Book 1s fantasy has been replaced by a certain weary or ominous realism, and you get the feeling that book 1 was more explicitly imagistic in nature, while book 2 is symbolic its going. Harmonic qualities in debussys les sons et les parfums. Preludes books 1 and 2 by claude debussy, paperback. Debussys do not follow a strict pattern of key signature. Dressed in a chic tan turtleneck, untucked, but with a belt clasped around it, arturo benedetti michelangeli sits at the piano in an intimate studio in october, 1978. Practical guide of musical analysis solfeggio music training. I have one other schirmer debussy piano book and this compilation book was what led me to purchase this set of preludes. This is the ultimate source for these beloved piano preludes by debussy, in a newly engraved and researched critical edition from durand, the original publisher of this music. Chapter 1 introduction analysis can be a valuable tool for the performer who is seeking solutions to performance problems. The mutopia project is run by volunteers, and the material within it is provided asis. No claim is made as to the accuracy or the factual, editorial or musical correctness of any of the material provided here.
In french literary circles, the style of this period was known as symbolism, a movement that directly inspired debussy both as a composer and as an active cultural participant. As for his piano compositions, after he completed the second book of preludes the only. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Debussy preludes, book 1 by claude debussy 18621918. Both of these preludes seem to recall the beginning of book 1 in their sombre tone and slow tempos. Over the past few decades the way pianists play debussy has changed. It is that, rather than their picturesque qualities, that changed history.
As he plays debussys book 1 preludes, you notice how effortlessly his arms, hands, and fingers are choreographed to the music. But he has prepared well, and every prelude glows, always rich in. This significant compilation of 12 preludes represents debussys mature writing style and is filled with a great diversity of compositional styles. For 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, bassoon, contrabassoon, 2 horns arr. Debussys music virtually defines the transition from lateromantic music to twentieth century modernist music. What other collection of pieces manages to create so many utterly distinct and compelling worlds. The music expresses a vast repertoire of emotions, colors and moods. 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.
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