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A B C DO RE MI Sa Re Ga 1 2 3

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Prelude à l'après-midi d'un faune


"Prelude à l'après-midi d'un faune" by Claude Debussy is a symphonic poem written in the key of C major. It was composed in 1894 and is considered a groundbreaking work in the Impressionist movement. The piece is inspired by Stéphane Mallarmé's poem of the same name and depicts a faun awakening from a nap and indulging in his sensual fantasies. Debussy's innovative use of harmonies and orchestration creates a dreamlike and atmospheric atmosphere throughout the music, evoking a sense of seduction and beauty. A curious fact is that this composition marked a shift in Debussy's career and had a profound influence on future composers.

Prelude à l'après - midi d'un faune - Claude Debussy

C# . . .
b a# a g#
g a b C
C# . . .
b a# a g#
g a b C
C# D# G# F#
g# b . . .
b C# a#

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