Debussy preludes book 1 analysis of the road

Recorded live during the marion rubin berman 31 piano honors concert april 12, 2012 in necs jordan hall in boston. Playing debussys piano works an amateurs thoughts about. This significant compilation of 12 preludes represents debussys mature writing style and is filled with a great diversity of compositional styles. Chopin, debussy composed twentyfour preludes in two books 1910 and 19. Ivan march, gramophone 52000 walter giesekings set of both books of the debussy preludes is a different matter one of the great classics of the gramophone. 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.

My analysis of canope debussy preludes for piano, book. It is a very descriptive book where all the formal, structural, harmonic and contextual analysis of the work can be found. Like vladimir horowitz and glenn gould, michelangeli employs a relatively flatfingered technique for sustained legato passages and certain rotary arpeggios such as those in ce qua vu le vent douest. To blend his murmurs with my nurses song, and from his alder shades and rocky falls, and from his fords and shallows, sent a voice. Bach and chopin, debussys do not follow a strict pattern of key. Three years exist between the publication of the first and second book, with the former appearing in 1910. The titles of the preludes are highly significant, both in terms. Piano preludes book 1 as part of debussys paris marking the 100th anniversary of the composers death this weekend, building a library is a live discussion between andrew and iain. Chandos records is one of the worlds premier classical music record companies, best known for its ground breaking search. While the analysis is not aimed at a conventional exposition of motives it is impossible to discuss the compositional application of register change without introducing and following the various motives throughout the piece.

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. 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. Unlike some notable collections of preludes from prior times, such as chopins op. Complete preludes, books 1 and 2 dover music for piano claude debussy. Several of them look ahead to debussys later style, in which the composers earlier impressionistic, almost romantic poetry was supplanted by a greater concentration upon technique and neoclassical objectivity. 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. Claude debussys performance of minstrels from preludes, book i, in the 1912. Lessons 1 and 2 debussy preludes the student must look for the book the piano works of claude debsusy, by e. Preludes books 1 and 2 paperback april 1, 1999 by claude debussy composer 4. The next few measures go through a series of stacked chord progressions that eventually come full circle back to d.

That this was general we can to some extent see from the sales figures quoted by roy howat. Debussy preludes, bk 1 alfred masterwork edition paperback march 1, 1986. Three years exist between the publication of the first and second book, with the. Im trying to write something different realities in a way. As for his piano compositions, after he completed the second book of preludes the only. I thought walter legge had produced both books, but no, geraint evans was responsible for book 1. Analysis the piece starts with an introduction from measures 1 7. The paperback of the complete preludes, books 1 and 2.

In french literary circles, the style of this period was known as symbolism, a. In this way, gesture becomes key to the understanding of musical meaning1 ole kuhl in their. Hinsons suggestions for performance and an analysis of each prelude. Two excerpts from the emperor concerto, showing beethovens use of uneven groups of notes. This blog is dedicated to discussion of the performance of the piano pieces of claude debussy. 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. Unlike previous collections of preludes, such as those of j. Publication date 1910 topics preludes, for piano, scores featuring the piano, for 1 player collection. This introduction section a includes d minor and ddorian right next to each other. The purpose of this thesis is to discuss and give a descriptive analysis of twelve of the twentyfour preludes written by claude debussy. Figure 1 present an overview of motivic transformations and accompanying modality and bass harmony throughout the piece. In this paper, i have also made a case for the piano rolls credibility as.

The titles of the preludes are highly significant, both in terms of their descriptive quality and in the way they were placed in the written score. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This paper also includes a brief history of preludes as well as possible influences upon debussy and his compositions. Aug 19, 2016 debussy did nothing less than liberate music from the domination by functional harmony which had prevailed for three centuries. Chapter 1 introduction analysis can be a valuable tool for the performer who is seeking solutions to performance problems. The works in debussys second book of preludes 1910 19 are similar in intent to those of book i 1907 1910. Media in category preludes by claude debussy the following 28 files are in this category, out of 28 total. The music expresses a vast repertoire of emotions, colors and moods. Pdf debussy preludes bk 1 download full pdf book download.

Claude debussys preludes are 24 pieces for solo piano, divided into two books of 12 preludes. The titles are provided at the end of each prelude and left without dedication, with inspiration from. There is a strong tonal relationship between the preludes that suggests that the published order of the preludes is not arbitrary. Debussys piano pieces require deep thought and understanding. Both books 1 and 2 of debussys popular piano preludes are contained in this one sturdy volume. 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. Soyoung choe performs excerpts from debussys preludes, book 1. Debussys music virtually defines the transition from lateromantic music to twentieth century modernist music. P ierrelaurent aimards muchpublicised recent claim in an interview with a german newspaper that debussy is a greater composer than wagner is by no. Helpful english translations of french terms as well as debussys performance suggestions are included as well as dr. 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. Claude debussys preludes are 24 pieces for solo piano, divided into two books of 12 preludes each. Page 1 of 1 start over page 1 of 1 this shopping feature will continue to load items when the enter key is pressed.

A descriptive analysis of the preludes book 1 of claude. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use your heading shortcut key to navigate to the next or previous heading. 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 debussy s preludes for piano. My analysis of canope debussy preludes for piano, book ii. Music for relaxation, reliance and relief 10,458,624 views 1. The primary purpose of this study is to examine various. A descriptive analysis of the preludes book 1 of claude debussy. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. I have one other schirmer debussy piano book and this compilation. O there is blessing in this gentle breeze, a visitant that while it fans my cheek. Musical analysis as a technique for performance decisions in. Pianist imogen c ooper painted evocative sound pictures in a bbc radio 3 lunchtime recital featuring music by debussy, beethoven and chopin. Several of them look ahead to debussys later style, in which the. Chandos records is one of the worlds premier classical music record companies, best known for its ground breaking search for neglected musical gems.

Im only an amateur pianist, but have been playing debussys piano works since the late 70s. Piano preludes book 1 as part of debussys paris marking the 100th anniversary of the composers death this weekend, building a library is a live discussion. P ierrelaurent aimards muchpublicised recent claim in an interview with a german newspaper that debussy is a greater. Debussys literary inspirations were mostly french, but he did not overlook foreign writers. Preludes, book 1 6 epigraphes antiques en blanc et noir robert and gaby casadesus 1956 ns 0105.

Some pedaling marks at the bottom if these pages were cut off. Daniel barenboim and maurizio pollini between them cover the whole set of preludes in a highly contrasted pair of discs. Claude debussys painterly preludes the subtle, elusive quality of debussys twentyfour preludes is captured perfectly by pianist paul jacobs, who plays them with a. It is not necessary to be a virtuoso in order to play the notes of many of the pieces, but formidable technique and vision are required to. These compositions, while endearing themselves to both pianist and listener, also occupy an important place in musical. Helpful english translations of french terms as well as debussy s performance suggestions are included as well as dr.