Couperin, François: Couperin, Piéces en Concert
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Couperin's Concert Pieces for Cello and String Quartet accompaniment is an exciting addition to the string repertoire for its slightly unusual instrumentation.
FrançoisCouperin (1668-1733) is often nicknamed 'Couperin the Great' to distinguish him from other members of the musical family. Concert Piecesis made up of five movements, 1) Prelude, 2) Sicilienne, 3) The Trumpet,4) The Complaint, and 5) Devil's Air. Couperin's moods are expressed through choices of keys, adventurous harmonies and discords. With a significant amount of variation and inspiration, Concert Piecesisessential to the repertoire of aspiring, advanced String Quartets and solo cellists.
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