Yara (Coração de Fogo) (arr. Luiz C. Teixeira) by Clara Sverner Sheet Music for Piano Solo at Sheet Music Direct

Product Details

Title Yara (Coração de Fogo) (arr. Luiz C. Teixeira)

Artist Clara Sverner

Score Type

PDF, Included with PASS

Composer Chiquinha Gonzaga

Arranger Luiz C. Teixeira

Format Digital Sheet Music

Pages 12

Arrangement Piano Solo

Publisher Luiz C Teixeira

Level 5

Product ID 1751196

Genre Latin Classical 20th Century Chamber 21st Century

Instruments Piano

Product Description

Yara (Coração de Fogo) is a captivating Brazilian waltz composed by Chiquinha Gonzaga around 1885. Dedicated to the distinguished pianist Geraldo Ribeiro, this piece exemplifies Gonzagas innovative fusion of European musical forms with Brazilian rhythms, contributing significantly to the evolution of Brazilian popular music. Chiquinha Gonzaga+1ScholarShare+1

Musical Structure and Style
Yara is characterized as a capricho or valsa de concerto, indicating a virtuosic concert waltz. While specific analyses of this piece are limited, Gonzagas waltzes are known for their lyrical melodies and expressive phrasing. Her compositions often blend the structured elegance of European dance forms with the syncopated rhythms characteristic of Brazilian music, creating pieces that are both technically engaging and emotionally resonant.Chiquinha Gonzaga+2YouTube+2Chiquinha Gonzaga+2

Performance and Interpretation
Performing Yara offers pianists an opportunity to explore the dynamic interplay between melody and rhythm that defines Gonzagas style. Emphasizing the pieces expressive phrasing and dynamic contrasts can bring out its dance-like qualities and emotional depth.

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