Donna Mitchell - Consolation No. 2

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  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...
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Randi Botnem - Menuett

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     My review:

    Menuett by Randi Botnen, is a piece in three sections and without tempo indication by the composer. The first section is an exposition of the main theme with a chordal accompaniment, which makes it feel more rhythmic, in contrast to the second, more melodic, thanks to an "Alberti bass" accompaniment and a third section, a re-exposition of the first.

    The composer uses a sober style, with clear melodies and tonal harmony, in the classical style. In addition to her musical work, she has always been concerned about the social welfare of living classical music composers, which is why she created the non-profit foundation Together for Melody, which is a "foundation that aims to support living composers of melodic, classical music through offering scholarships and support."


    Randi's social links:


    YouTube Channel

    Together for melody foundation


    Please, consider donating to the foundation.


    Enjoy Menuett by Randi Botnen, performed by Carlos Marín Trigo:




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