FRANCOIS COUPERIN : PIECES DE CLAVECIN VOL.2

COUPERIN FRANCOIS

ISBN 13: 9790047318336

Publisher: ALPHONSE LEDUC, 2005

Synopsis

The second volume of Couperin's Pieces for Harpsichord does not contain a date of publication, however, it is thought to have been composed during 1716-1717, due to the address which the composer gave on his other Harpsichord compositions. Yet, the compilation remains a favourite. François Couperin (1668-1733) is often nicknamed 'Couperin the Great' to distinguish him from other members of the musical family. Many of the composer's works have picturesque titles. Examples of this in his second volume of Pieces for Harpsichord include, Le Moucheron (The Gnat), L'Adolescente (The Teenager) and La Fringante (The Elegant). Couperin's moods are expressed through choices of keys, adventurous harmonies and discords. With a significant amount of variation and inspiration, Pieces for Harpsichord are essential to the repertoire of aspiring players of the instrument.

Edition details

• Publisher: ALPHONSE LEDUC
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 13: 9790047318336
• Binding: Sheet music
• Language: French