The Mysterious Barricades

from Pièces de clavecin, Vol. 2, Ordre No. 6

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François Couperin

The Mysterious Barricades

from Pièces de clavecin, Vol. 2, Ordre No. 6

François Couperin

The Mysterious Barricades

from Pièces de clavecin, Vol. 2, Ordre No. 6

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Description:

  • Pages: 8
  • Release: 23.10.2012
  • Dimensions: 305 x 230 mm
  • Weight: 49 g
  • Genre: Classical Music
  • ISMN: 9790001187497
Alongside Chambonnières and Rameau, François Couperin was a leading French composer and harpsichordist of his time. 'Pièces de clavecin' is his best known composition, consisting of 27 suites called 'Ordres'. 'Les Barricades mystérieuses' is a rondo with three episodes or verses between which alternates the constantly recurring refrain. Instead of a melody, one can hear powerful, continuously broken syncopated harmonies. This kind of setting is reminiscent of the style of French lute music with a majestic character, yet without being ponderous. This relatively easy piece features only a few simple ornaments and is therefore particularly suitable for interpretations on the modern piano.