Claude debussy perhaps the most influential french composer of modern times, studied piano, theory and composition at the paris. Preludes books 1 and 2 paperback april 1, 1999 by claude debussy composer 4. A descriptive analysis of the preludes book 1 of claude. Claude debussys etudes are a set of 12 piano etudes composed in 1915. Claude debussys painterly preludes the subtle, elusive quality of debussys twentyfour preludes is captured perfectly by pianist paul jacobs, who plays them with a tolling, belllike sound. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. I provide the original scanned version and the filtered, because the filter does some changes smoothening, sharpening borders and some portions of the scan get lost sometimes when they are too small e.
The music expresses a vast repertoire of emotions, colors and moods. Debussy preludes, book 2 by claude debussy 18621918. Debussy considered both impressionism and symbolism terms of abuse. Debussy preludes book 2 by anthony vanderbilt on spotify. 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. In contrast to the shimmering hammerless delicacy walter gieseking made famous in debussys preludes, the late joyce hatto opted for a fullerbodied, more assertive, and virile aesthetic. Ilya itin, piano this video was recorded at the golandsky institute international piano festival at princeton university. Already as a child he played pieces of his own composition and performed with orchestras both in japan and abroad. A descriptive analysis of the preludes book 1 of claude debussy. Theyre both still quite the challenge for advanced players only. This paper also includes a brief history of preludes as well as possible influences upon debussy and his compositions. Although vladimir ashkenazy no longer performs in concert as a pianist, he continues to record and to explore new repertoire, such as the complete debussy preludes.
But where bach and chopin used their preludes as something of a technical exercise, composing one for each musical key, debussys were freeform and full of his signature expressive indulgences. Chopins nocturnes and more on amazon music unlimited. They were published in two booksseries, each consisting of three pieces. Debussy, c preludes, book 2 suite bergamasque viitasalo by claude debussy. Both books 1 and 2 of debussys popular piano preludes are contained in this one sturdy volume. Unlike some notable collections of preludes from prior times, such as chopins op. I have one other schirmer debussy piano book and this compilation book was what led me to purchase this set of preludes. Debussy, c preludes, book 2 suite bergamasque viitasalo. One of the easiest pieces in this collection is the girl with the flaxen hair, around a. Aug 26, 2016 debussy takes an ordinary moment, a cell of life, as in a hint at the marseillaise in the final prelude, and imbues it with a sense of eternity and otherworldly significance.
Walter giesekings famous set is the exemplar of this no foreground philosophy. The paradox is that debussy succeeded in a series of piano works starting with estampes in 1903 and culminating in the two books of preludes in 1910 and 1912 respectively in creating what can only be called an. Book 2 was started in late 1912 and finished in april 19. The pieces are extremely difficult to play, and debussy described them as a warning to pianists not to take up the musical profession unless they have remarkable hands. Free sheet music l 117, debussy, claude preludes, book 1. Included are english translations of french terms, debussys performance. Claude debussy achilleclaude debussy french pronunciation. Book i stems from studio sessions held in october 2017, and, happy to report, ashkenazys 80yearold fingers prove impressively responsive to debussys mercurial shifts in. Debussy s twentyfour preludes are among the composers last and bestknown works for piano. My analysis of canope debussy preludes for piano, book ii. Book i was written between december 1909 and february 1910, and book ii between the last months. Despite the research i have done regarding the title, the results i have found are still only speculation. If you use and like, thank you to consider support donation. Unlike other collections of preludes by great composers, debussys do not follow a strict pattern of key signature.
Debussys two books of preludes amount to a revolution in piano writing, and reflect better that any of his other works the span of debussys achievement. Dg is proud to announce the new album of icon maestro pollini, coinciding with the debussy year 2018. Often dubbed a musical impressionist, but his music always has a. He was too good a composer to imitate debussy, although there are a few examples of direct influence it. Gieseking more or less owned these pieces during his lifetime and his performances have been judged as definitive by many critics since they were first issued. These preludes are well known for the unique way in which they are titled. Originally recorded in 1953 and 1954 in monaural sound, walter giesekings magisterial performances of debussys preludes were first released on cd in 1987 as a single disc, and they have been reissued in various guises many times since. It consists in a series of 24 short pieces, equally subdivided into two books. There is no proof that debussy necessarily intended the preludes to be performed as a. Debussy himself is recording human experience, revealing veiled messages ranging from bemused comedy to the shards of a shattered universe. The first book of preludes is slightly easier than the second, since the second collection features debussy s more mature writing style. This significant compilation of 12 preludes represents debussys mature writing style and is filled with a great diversity of compositional styles.
They were composed and published in two books of twelve. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cooki. Les sons et les parfums tournent dans lair du soir. Yet if it can be ascertained from his playing, he has been. It may be difficult to believe that this is pierrelaurent aimards first recording of claude debussys complete preludes, books 1 and 2, but in spite of his prolific output of recordings of french piano music, he has only previously recorded debussys images and the etudes in 2001, making this his second foray into debussys oeuvre.
Debussy preludes book 2 this page lists all recordings of preludes book 2 by claude achille debussy 18621918. Among the most important 20th century composers, and the most influential. My analysis of canope debussy preludes for piano, book. Helpful english translations of french terms as well as debussys performance. The first book 1910 proved to be his most successful work. For 20 years we provide a free and legal service for free sheet music without asking you anything in exchange. Ashkenazys illuminating debussy preludes classics today. Claude debussys preludes are 24 pieces for solo piano, divided into two books of 12 preludes each. Claude debussys preludes are 24 pieces for solo piano, divided into two books of 12 preludes. Debussy preludes, book 1 download free sheet music. Wvk002 debussy preludes book 2 albums wave kinetics. Debussy completed his two books of preludes in 1910 and 19 respectively, and they contain some of his most visionary and. Claude debussys preludes are two sets of pieces for solo piano, written in 191010 and 1912, and published as book i and ii respectively.
Often dubbed a musical impressionist, but his music always has a strong sense of form. Images usually pronounced in french is a suite of six compositions for solo piano by claude debussy. With this recording pollini is closing the circle of debussy preludes with the long anticipated recording of the 2nd book 18 years after he recorded book 1, which is an evergreen in his discography. Bruyeres pascal roge, piano debussy returns to the world of the popular music stage with general lavine eccentric. Debussy preludes book 2, an album by anthony vanderbilt on spotify. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Walter gieseking plays debussy preludes book ii, no. The first three volumes are just as successful debussy. These works are distinct from debussys images pour orchestre. Maybe i am a lazy pianist but i like editions that have some fingering suggestions so i dont have so much work to do. Not only is the title full of mystery, but the piece. The fifth prelude of book 2, entitled bruyeres heather, seems from its simple style to have been one of the earliest preludes that debussy might have written. Along with maurice ravel, he is considered one of the most prominent figures working within the field of impressionist music, though he himself intensely disliked the term when applied to his compositions. Here we have the famous two books of preludes that were written in 1910 and 19. Claude debussy s preludes are 24 pieces for solo piano, divided into two books of 12 preludes each. Debussy began book 1 in december 1909, finishing it 2 months later in february 1910. Canope, a song by claude debussy, catherine kautsky on spotify we and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes.
Claude debussy preludes download piano sheet music. The first book was composed between 1901 and 1905, and the second book was composed in 1907. Well, debussy obviously agreed but that didnt stop him putting his own stamp on the genre. Unlike chopins, bachs and many other composers homonymous series, these pieces arent sorted by key signature. The easiest debussy piano pieces and the most difficult. The purpose of this thesis is to discuss and give a descriptive analysis of twelve of the twentyfour preludes written by claude debussy. Debussy takes an ordinary moment, a cell of life, as in a hint at the marseillaise in the final prelude, and imbues it with a sense of eternity and otherworldly significance.
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