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Händel, Georg Friedrich : Suite Gigue HWV 436

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Music ID : 30426
Instrumentation:Piano Solo 
Genre:gigue
Total Playing Time:1 min 40 sec
Copyright:Public Domain

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Author : Ooi, Kazurou

Last Updated: August 18, 2024
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Note: This article is automatically translated from the original Japanese text. The author of the original work did not supervise this translation.

This is a high-tension gigue, almost entirely in two voices. As this gigue is short in duration, it is recommended to maintain a high level of tension from beginning to end. Do not allow the audience a moment of relief; sustain the tension even in the F major sections.

Numerous ascending sequences appear. Each time, apply a crescendo to heighten the tension. Even when descending sequences emerge (e.g., from beat 3 of m. 24 to m. 25), avoid diminuendo as much as possible. If a piano dynamic is desired, a sudden change from forte to piano (subito p) would be effective.

Since the piece progresses almost entirely in two voices, after repetitions, it may be effective to prioritize and bring out the other voice.

For articulation, a dry sound quality, closer to semi-staccato rather than legato, would be more compatible with the piece.

Writer: Ooi, Kazurou

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