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Berkeley, Michael: Piano Quintet

Length: 152 pages
Weight: 0.49 kg
Published: 2010
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Item number: OUP9780193364554
Other reference: 9780193364554
ISMN: 9780193364554

Inspired by Rothko canvases, this 15 minute study starts by revolving around a high D, acting as a line of centrifugal force from which microtones pull away. Gradually little interruptions and playful ripples begin to disturbthe sustained notes until they grow into a frenetic rondo and end by building to a climax dominated by a similar high note. Various musical ideas are utilized throughout, effectively emulating the textures and gradations of colouremployed within a painting.

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