early intermediate

Elves B 49 No.4

Ernest Bloch

What's this piece like?
This collection of ten pieces was written for the composer's daughters' own use in their musical studies. Each piece is a miniature of tasteful expression that provides an aural experience thanks to the combined modal-tonal flavor. Additionally, they offer a challenge with their always musical technical problems. This piece has a dreamy and relaxing character, evocative of magical creatures like the title suggests. The displaced rhythm of the main theme gives it a floating feeling. This piece will also help you develop a wide palette of colors.
Who's this piece for?
Ideal for intermediate pianists who like inspiring, relaxing and dreamy pieces.
1-2 pages
Impressionist
G major

MOOD: Dreamy and relaxing.

TECHNIQUE: Broken chords and rubato.

Ranking
Equivalent to RCM level 5
Equivalent to ABRSM level 5
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1917

U.S. buys Virgin Islands from Denmark for $25 million.

1918

Claude Debussy died.

1919

The World War I ends with the Treaty of Versailles.

1920

Women in the United States conquer the right to vote.

1923

Enfantines B 49 was composed by E. Bloch at the age of 43 years old.

1924

Death of Lenin and Stalin wins the power struggle to rules as Soviet dictator.

1924

G. Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue premieres in New York.

1925

Adolf Hitler publishes his autobiographical manifesto "Mein Kampf".

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Big record labels begin using electric microphones for recording.

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