Edano, Natsuko : Hyakka Ryouran -Saga of Sakura -(for Piano 4 hands)
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Author : Edano, Natsuko
Last Updated: March 22, 2019
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Author : Edano, Natsuko
This piece depicts a heroic tale of a woman, strong and beautiful like a cherry blossom. It was awarded both second prize and the Special Audience Award at the 21st International Piano Duo Composition Competition. In addition to the exotic sonorities derived from two church modes (Dorian and Lydian), the piece incorporates the In-sen mode (Miyakobushi), a scale used in traditional Japanese shamisen and koto music, interspersed with depictions of cherry blossoms, thereby consciously evoking a 'Japanese' atmosphere. Against the backdrop of beautiful Japanese landscapes where the wind carries the four seasons, it is hoped that this piece will be performed powerfully and splendidly, serving to comfort and encourage those striving towards their dreams.
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Edano, Natsuko: Hyakka Ryouran -Saga of Sakura -(for orchestra)
Total Performance Time: 4 min 04 sec