Khachaturian - Toccata For Piano Book
Khachaturian - Toccata For Piano Book
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Aram Ilyich Khachaturian - Toccata For Piano Book 📚
The Edition Peters publication of Aram Ilyich Khachaturian's Toccata For Piano offers pianists a chance to explore this engaging piece by one of the 20th century's prominent composers. Khachaturian, an Armenian composer, is well-known for integrating Eastern European and Middle Eastern musical influences into his compositions, and this Toccata is no exception.
This piece is a showcase of technical virtuosity, filled with rhythmic complexity and dramatic flair. The Toccata has become a popular choice for pianists looking to demonstrate both technical skill and expressive depth in their performances. It is a dynamic work, captivating the audience from the very first note to the last, making it a reliable choice for both concert and competition settings.
The Edition Peters edition of the Toccata For Piano aims to present a reliable and scholarly text, offering pianists a comprehensive guide to mastering this demanding but rewarding piece. It is an essential addition to the repertoire of any serious pianist interested in 20th-century music.
AMEB:
Piano / Certificate of Performance / List D
- Tokkata [Toccata]
Piano for Leisure / Certificate of Performance / Open Manual list
- Tokkata
Who was Aram Ilyich Khachaturian?
Aram Ilyich Khachaturian (1903–1978) was an Armenian composer and conductor, and one of the leading Soviet composers of the 20th century. He was born in Tiflis (now Tbilisi), Georgia, which was then part of the Russian Empire. Khachaturian is best known for the ballets he composed, such as "Gayane," which features the famous "Sabre Dance," and "Spartacus," both of which have been adapted into various suites for orchestra.
Khachaturian's music is characterised by bold rhythms, vivid orchestration, and often, the incorporation of Armenian folk music themes or scales. Although he was initially aligned with the artistic goals of the Soviet Union and even received numerous state honours, he fell into disfavour during the late 1940's when he was denounced, along with other composers like Dmitri Shostakovich and Sergei Prokofiev, for the alleged "formalism" in his music. However, Khachaturian was later "rehabilitated" and continued to compose and conduct until his death.
His work spans a variety of musical genres, including symphonies, concertos, and film music, in addition to ballets. His compositions for piano, such as the "Toccata," have also entered the standard repertoire and are considered technical and expressive showcases for the instrument. Khachaturian's music remains widely performed and is considered a significant contribution to 20th-century classical music, particularly in the realm of ballet and film music.
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