Debussys most dramatic contribution to music history was his disregard for traditional chord structures and tonality. Daniel ericourt books iii ivory classics 73006 4cd priced as 2 vladimir viardo books iii propiano 224525. Ilya itin, piano this video was recorded at the golandsky institute international piano festival at. Complete preludes, books 1 and 2 dover music for piano claude debussy on. Debussy may have contributed the last important evolution to the prelude. After hearing osborne on this recording, i couldnt disagree more. This newlyrendered adaptation is a drastically manipulated synthfont derivation from a conventional midi transcription by jeruen c. Three years exist between the publication of the first and second book, with the former appearing in 1910. Debussy took great care in assigning these titles, and several contain quotations from various poems. Debussy preludes, bk 1 by claude debussy, paperback. Claude debussy had been toying with the idea of writing a book of preludes for some time, and once he began, the process was a speedy one with his first volume completed within two months. Debussy preludes 112 book 1 complete paul barton, feurich. The most important early example of the prelude being exemplified in the forty eight preludes and fugues of books i and ii of the well tempered clavier of bach, where the prelude served to.
Here, in one volume, are two bodies of work that, perhaps more than any others, reveal the essence of claude debussys extraordinary expressiveness and his innovative gifts for musical imagery. Recorded live during the marion rubin berman 31 piano honors concert april 12, 2012 in necs jordan hall in boston. Despite the research i have done regarding the title, the results i have found are still only speculation. If you happened to hear a broadcast of some of this recording, not having heard of it before, and supposing also that you were not intimately familiar with the two books of preludes which debussy wrote for the piano but were in fact quite familiar with all the orchestral work of debussy and ravel you might be almost beside yourself trying to identify what you were hearing. Beyond debussy, ravel and scriabin, im really not all that crazy about classical keyboards give me bill evans, jackie byard or oscar peterson any day. Debussy preludes, book 1 by claude debussy 18621918. A descriptive analysis of the preludes book 1 of claude. Claude debussy 18621918, one of the most important of all french composers was a major figure in european music at the beginning of the 1900s. The two books of 24 preludes, are printed on 118 pages.
We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. Hamelins stature, extraordinary from the start, increases with every new issue. This recording of debussy preludes book 1 is a viewer request for jules hall in sheffield, england. This experimental arrangement of debussys original composition was created by ed chang. Complete preludes, books 1 and 2 dover music for piano. This is the paperback edition based on the hardbound complete works of claude debussy. Module 5 analysis of piano repertoire lessons 1 and 2 debussy preludes the student must look for the book the piano works of claude debsusy, by e. Claude debussy s preludes are 24 pieces for solo piano, divided into two books of 12 preludes each. The purpose of this thesis is to discuss and give a descriptive analysis of twelve of the twentyfour preludes written by claude debussy. Adopting the major piano works including the preludes, bartok absorbed the liberated message as deeply as he absorbed the idiom of the hungarian peasant. Here he reaches between those two to tackle one of the pinnacles of the piano repertoiredebussys two books of preludes. This significant compilation of 12 preludes represents debussy s mature writing style and is filled with a great diversity of compositional styles. I have one other schirmer debussy piano book and this compilation book was what led me to purchase this set of preludes. This paper also includes a brief history of preludes as well as possible influences upon debussy and his compositions.
These beautiful french works are a must for all pianists. The titles are provided at the end of each prelude and left without dedication, with inspiration from impressionist artwork, literature, and nature. These compositions, while endearing themselves to both pianist and listener, also occupy an important place in musical history and, like the preludes. Previous sheet music next sheet music preludes book 1 12 pieces l 117 claude debussy. The paperback of the complete preludes, books 1 and 2. As he plays debussys book 1 preludes, you notice how effortlessly his arms, hands, and fingers are choreographed to the music.
Claude debussy, preludes, book i debussys preludes are divided into two parts. Preludes, for piano, scores featuring the piano, for 1 player collection imslp. Claude debussys two books of preludes, implying homage to both chopin and bach, revel in the composers innovative piano techniques. Order from your preferred classical music cd store arkivmusic. A new album from marcandre hamelin is always cause for celebration. He was one of the most important figures in music at the turn of the 20th century. Maurizio pollinis main qualities as an artist are neither humor nor abundance of keyboard color.
This is a profound edition at a great price and it will serve me forever. Now, these happen to be among the requisites necessary to play debussys preludes in the right frame of mind lets not speak about that woolly notion called style. This is the ultimate source for these beloved piano preludes by debussy, in a newly engraved and researched critical edition from durand, the original publisher of this music. Aug 19, 2016 the composer who benefited most from this liberation was bartok, who was introduced to debussys music by kodaly in 1907. Claude debussy preludes, book i amazon web services. The most important early example of the prelude being exemplified in the forty eight preludes and fugues of books i and ii of the well tempered clavier of bach, where the prelude served to establish the tonal center of the fugue that followed it. Breiner for orchestra debussy completed his two books of preludes in 1910 and 19 respectively, and they contain some of his most visionary and poetic writing for piano. There are, of course, many other complete recordings of the preludes, books iii. Debussys colouristic masterpiece, a bewitching compendium of scents, colours and sounds. Preludes books 1 and 2 paperback april 1, 1999 by claude debussy composer 4. Steven osborne has already made a name for himself in french music with a disc of alkan and a profoundly moving performance of messiaens vingt regards. These works have been central to stevens repertoire for many years and he brings them to the.
Book i was composed in a short time between december 1909 and february 1910. Preludes changed around the time of chopin when they became freestanding. The music expresses a vast repertoire of emotions, colors and moods. He, in so many words, called the performance superficial, citing a failure by the pianist to internalize the music. This viewer request recording of debussy preludes book 1 is for jules hall in sheffield, england. These preludes capture debussy s love for tonal colouring.
Here, in one volume, are two bodies of work that, perhaps more than any others, reveal the essence of claude debussys extraordinary expressiveness and his. I have the mp3s but its the first time im playig debussy or this kind of music and i dont know which one to choose. Not only is the title full of mystery, but the piece. The game was originally planned to not have any music in the game until the games composer, dan golding, worked. 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. Helpful english translations of french terms as well as debussy s. Soyoung choe performs excerpts from debussys preludes, book 1. This album contains the preludes, books 1 and 2 by debussy, presented by piano classics, a label of brilliant classics. Pages in category preludes by claude debussy the following 10 pages are in this category, out of 10 total. Pascal roges collection of debussys preludes marks both the launch. A descriptive analysis of the preludes book 1 of claude debussy. These works have been central to stevens repertoire for many years and he brings them to the studio after. Recording this debussy repertoire for the first time on cd, nelson freire s soulful interpretation of these expansive impressionistic jewels of the. Publication date 1910 topics preludes, for piano, scores.
Unlike some notable collections of preludes from prior. His music defines the transition from lateromantic music to 20th century modernist music. Provided to youtube by universal music group debussy. Schirmer library of classics volume 2001 piano solo paperback. These preludes capture debussys love for tonal colouring. My analysis of canope debussy preludes for piano, book. Any recordings you find of sviatoslav richter playing any of debussys preludes are also worthy of consideration.
Debussy preludes, bk 2 by claude debussy, paperback. Among french musics most avantgarde expressions, they also contain some of debussys most atonal sorties. Chandos records is one of the worlds premier classical music record companies, best known for its ground breaking search for neglected musical gems. Any recordings you find of sviatoslav richter playing any of debussy s preludes are also worthy of consideration. Here in his first debussy recording for hyperion he presents the two books of images. These compositions, while endearing themselves to both pianist and listener, also occupy an important place in musical. Claude debussys preludes are 24 pieces for solo piano, divided into two books of 12 preludes each.
Influenced by chopin, debussy composed twentyfour preludes in two books 1910 and 19. Of debussy and ravel thesis presented to the graduate council of the north texas state teachers college in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of. The first book 1910 proved to be his most successful work. Feux dartifice, from preludes, book ii claude debussy. Unlike some notable collections of preludes from prior times, such as chopins op. Dressed in a chic tan turtleneck, untucked, but with a belt clasped around it, arturo benedetti michelangeli sits at the piano in an intimate studio in october, 1978. I have several other copies of all debussys piano works, but this book is the best for print and paper quality. Achilleclaude debussy 22nd august 1862 25th march 1918 was a french composer. But presumably it must have drawn attention to his new debussy recording, which neatly fits both books of piano preludes on to a single disc. Hiroko sasakis performances, on an immaculately restored piano from 1873. Ilya itin, piano this video was recorded at the golandsky institute international piano festival at princeton university. 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.
The titles are provided at the end of each prelude and left without dedication, with inspiration. Of debussy and ravel thesis presented to the graduate council of the north. Preludes, book 1 6 epigraphes antiques en blanc et noir robert and gaby casadesus 1956 ns 0105. 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. One of debussy s 24 preludes is from book 1, prelude 12, also known as minstrels. Maybe i am a lazy pianist but i like editions that have some fingering suggestions so i dont have so much work to do. There are evocations of calm seascapes, delicate wind tracery, and snowcovered landscapes. Book 2 is also completely written on 3 staves its sound is a bit more expansive and less propulsive, more delicately tiered. The twentyfour preludes of debussy are published in two books of twelve preludes each. Aug 15, 2006 hey, can anyone tell me which debussy prelude is the best. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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