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One of the composing competitions on here is a piece for either harpsichord or harpsichord with 1 other 'modern' instrument.
This fasinated me, (having only once written for the h'chord), and I am going to explore both possibilities.
What do other people think about writing for the harpsichord? (or other 'ancient' instruments such as the bass viol?)
I know the wonderful Elliott Carter Double Concerto plus of course the pieces by De Falla, Poulenc and Benjamin Britten.
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There's a very good piece by Ligeti for solo harpsichord, I forget what it's called but I'll get back to you - unless anyone can help out in the meantime...?
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Thanks for that, there are 2 I believe, Hungarian Rock and Chacony. I shall have a look at them, excellent.
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I believe the most famous piece for Harpsichord by Ligeti is Continuum.
Ricardo
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Indeed yes, I forgot that one, thank you.
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Don't forget Xenakis' contribution to the harpichord repertoire with some extraordinary works.Two solos,two pieces with percussion,plus one chamber concerto for solo harpsichord and ensemble.
All of them remarquable.Look them up.
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The harpsichord is a wonderful intrument when you remove yourself from the piano, and start to focus on the different stop combinations. Muted harpsichord is gorgeous - almost like harp harmonics on every note, one of my favorite sounds in the world. The harpsichord can also get really violent - Tori Amos actually uses it wonderfully on her album "Boys for Pele." (One of the tracks, "Professional Widow," sounds like it starts with an electric guitar, but it's really a harpsichord.)
It's a fun challenge! Unlike writing for guitar if you're not a guitarist. Not a fun challenge...
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robertallan77
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