Collection of Small Polyphonic Metrical Pieces

Author: Chen Mingzhi (Composer)
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: Mr. Chen Mingzhi has recently compiled the polyphonic piano compositions he has written over the years into a three-volume set titled "Polyphonic Piano Compositions." This is "Polyphonic Miniatures," suitable for beginners with its simple difficulty level and lively musical charm, offering an introductory understanding of polyphony. The second volume is this "Polyphonic Rule-Based Compositions," similar in difficulty to Bach's Two- and Three-Part Inventions, providing deeper insights into the rules and principles of polyphonic music for those who wish to study music seriously. The third volume is "Preludes and Fugues," which is both a structurally complete large-scale suite and a series of independent preludes and fugues. The compositions combine national aesthetic sensibilities with modern polyphonic thinking, showcasing creative ingenuity and masterful technique, offering excellent practice material for advanced piano students. Without a doubt, as a high-level concert piece, it will be appreciated by seasoned music enthusiasts. This "Small Polyphonic Rule-Based Compositions" includes twelve works written by the composer in the 1960s and 1970s, all composed in the form of polyphonic rule-based structures. Given the cultural context at the time of composition, the composer had to title these formally distinctive works. Now, they retain their genuine rhythmic authenticity.