Description
Joaquín Turina (9 December 1882 – 14 January 1949) was a Spanish composer of classical music.
His works include the operas Margot (1914) and Jardín de Oriente (1923), the Danzas fantásticas (1919, versions for piano and orchestra), La oración del torero (written first for a lute quartet, then string quartet, then string orchestra), chamber music, piano works, guitar pieces and songs. Much of his work shows the influence of traditional Andalusian music. He also wrote a short one-movement Rapsodia Sinfonica (1931) for piano and orchestra. His music often conveys a feeling of rapture or exaltation.
“Le Cirque” is a popular piece split into 6 movements, each with its own characteristic and exuberant flare. Suitable for Grades 5 and up.
Contents:
- Fanfare.
- Jongleurs.
- Ecuyere.
- Le Chien Savant.
- Clowns.
- Trapecious Volants.
