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Author: Benejam, Lluís
The style of Quartet de corda número 1 (String Quartet No. 1) by Lluís Benejam is highly expressive and includes a rhythmic accent to enhance a free and lively melody.
Author: Benejam, Lluís
The Viola and Piano Sonata has a constant rhythmical impulse, a liking for long and wide melodies as well as chromatic accompaniments, counterpoint richness, impressionist touches, perfectionism in structure and the use of all the tessitura and different resources as well as sounds coming from the instruments, in this case stressing the use of the viola.
Author: Benejam, Lluís
Very successful version of the original Sonata for violin and piano No. 1.
Author: Benejam, Lluís
Composed during spring 1966, the Sonata for Piano is a fresh, direct work, structured in three movements and involving a certain amount of difficulty, even though it does not explore all the possibilities of the instrument or demand exceptional virtuosity from the player.
Author: Benejam, Lluís
This piece clearly shows post-impressionist traits, modal turns of phrase, a wealth of registers, a constant rhythm, a taste for chromatic modulations and a mastery of counterpoint. Although the alto saxophone is undoubtedly the protagonist throughout the piece, the piano is not restricted to an accompanying role but is instead clearly involved in the...
Author: Benejam, Lluís
Benejam was an excellent violinist and also an excellent composer. It is therefore hardly surprising that the works he dedicated to this instrument are of the most exquisite quality and discernment.
Author: Benejam, Lluís
This is a mature and solid work in which the author once again demonstrates not only his knowledge of the possibilities of the solo instrument but also of the chamber music language.
Author: Benejam, Lluís
The collection Three pieces for oboe and string quartet is, then, one of the first scores Lluís Benejam ever composed, despite which the musical language that would later characterise Benejam’s work is already present in its basic form.
Author: Benejam, Lluís
In his String Trio No. 1 (1956) Lluís Benejam plays with the sounds of two violins and a viola from a classical premise yet with a modern spirit.
Author: Benejam, Lluís
Lluís Benejam’s music flows forth from an open and vivacious spirit, susceptible to different influences. His work includes reminiscences of impressionism and jazz, incorporated in a personal way of understanding music:
Author: Benejam, Lluís
These songs of Lluís Benejam are highly elaborate pieces with tremendous sensitivity and the firm intention of creating little chamber music gems that shine a spotlight on the lyrics, supported by rich harmonies and a highly complex piano score.