Donna Mitchell - Consolation No. 2

  My personal review:      We had already discussed what a Consolation is in music in a previous article , as well as the possible sources of inspiration for Franz Liszt, the first composer to use the name Consolation for one of his pieces.      Donna Mitchell's Consolation No. 2 creates a calm, poetic, meditative atmosphere.      It is a piece in two sections, each of which is divided into three subsections, plus an introduction and a coda; its slow and leisurely tempo, as well as the constant accompaniment of arpeggios, are the main characteristic of this piece.      It is worth noting that the second section, although it feels like a restatement, has certain variations (especially in the second subsection), which create some interest for the listener, which is further enlivened by the surprising coda.      Mitchell's social links:      YouTube (Channel 1)      YouTube (Chann...

Andrea Vezzoli - 24 Preludi per Pianoforte. Preludio 1.

    My personal opinion:
    This short prelude, in C major, of a rhythmic nature, is basically made up of an arpeggio displayed between the two hands and a melody that imitates itself by counter-movement and off-beat.
    Said sound material is presented on various occasions, at different heights.
    The last few bars are for a small coda, which begins in the left hand and builds to a perfect final cadence over the C major chord with an added sixth.
    One of the things that most attracts my attention in this prelude are the changes in terms of sound dynamics, which change throughout the entire piece. The final crescendo builds a tension that is fully released in the last chord.
    Biography of Andrea Vezzoli:
    Andrea Vezzoli, at the age of 12 began studying piano with Mara Buzzoni for more than two years, after which she studied clarinet at Corte Franca (BS) where she is still principal clarinetist under the direction of Hercules and Giampietro Lanfranchini Fanchini.
    His first compositions, of various styles, such as folk or jazz, are inspired by the landscapes of Franciacorta.
    In 2005, he began a detailed study of composition with the composer and pianist Andrea Rosa at the Academia de Pasini Corte Franca (BS).
    His versatile style, with references to Stravinsky's early music, descriptiveness and interest rates are the keys to Andrea Vezzoli's popular compositions.
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    Enjoy his Prelude 1 performed by Carlos Marín Trigo:




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