Comme le vent
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Comme le vent is the first of the Études in the minor keys, Op. 39 for solo piano by the French composer
Charles-Valentin Alkan
. The tempo marking is prestissimamente, and the unusual 2/16 time signature further encourages a fast performance. The piece is mostly quiet, but is interrupted by short loud outbursts.
As might be expected of a study by Alkan, it is technically demanding. The piece requires digital velocity and dexterity, as well as stamina: lasting on average four and a half minutes, its 23 pages contains long passages of perpetual triplet-32nd notes (triplet demisemiquavers) for the right hand.
Digital rendition by Youtube user celach
Composer
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Charles-Valentin Alkan
Charles-Valentin Alkan
Charles-Valentin Alkan was a French composer and one of the greatest virtuoso pianists of his day. His attachment to his Jewish origins is displayed both in his life and his work. He entered the Paris Conservatoire at the age of six, earning many awards, and as an adult became a famous virtuoso...
. The tempo marking is prestissimamente, and the unusual 2/16 time signature further encourages a fast performance. The piece is mostly quiet, but is interrupted by short loud outbursts.
As might be expected of a study by Alkan, it is technically demanding. The piece requires digital velocity and dexterity, as well as stamina: lasting on average four and a half minutes, its 23 pages contains long passages of perpetual triplet-32nd notes (triplet demisemiquavers) for the right hand.
Performances
Performance by Jack GibbonsDigital rendition by Youtube user celach