Durand MESSIAEN O. - BEST OF 13 MORCEAUX PIANO
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Summary of This Book
This book gathers piano scores featuring 13 pieces by Olivier Messiaen, a major French composer and organist of the contemporary era. Designed as a true working companion for pianists drawn to the 20th-century universe, this collection highlights a writing style where color, resonance, and rhythmic construction play a central role. Included are selections of Préludes (I. La Colombe, IV. Instants défunts, VII. Plaine calme ), as well as the Pièce pour le tombeau de Paul Dukas, a reflective piece of contained intensity.
The collection also offers several excerpts from the grand piano fresco Vingt Regards sur l'Enfant-Jésus : I. Regard du Père, II. Regard de l'Étoile, III. L'Échange, IV. Regard de la Vierge, VII. Regard de la Croix, IX. Regard du Temps, XI. Première Communion de la Vierge, and XIX. Je dors, mais mon coeur veille. This set allows exploration of highly contrasting atmospheres, from contemplation to rhythmic outbursts, while working on voice clarity, dynamic balance, and resonance management. Finally, a Prélude (1964) completes the selection, bringing another facet of Messiaen's language. A valuable choice for deepening contemporary classical music at the piano and developing a refined listening to timbres and harmonies.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Olivier Messiaen | Genre | Classical sheet music |
| Instrumentation | Piano | ||
Questions frequently asked
Which pieces are included in the Best of Olivier Messiaen for piano collection?
The selection comprises 13 pieces, including three Preludes: La Colombe, Instants défunts, and Plaine calme. It also includes the Pièce pour le tombeau de Paul Dukas and the Prelude of 1964.
Which excerpts from Vingt Regards sur l'Enfant-Jésus are included?
Eight excerpts are offered: Regard du Père, Regard de l'Étoile, L'Échange, Regard de la Vierge, Regard de la Croix, Regard du Temps, Première Communion de la Vierge, and Je dors, mais mon cœur veille.
Is this sheet music written solely for piano?
The specified instrumentation is piano.
Which technical aspects of piano playing does this Messiaen selection help to develop?
The writing of the 13 pieces emphasizes tone color, resonance, and rhythmic structure. The work focuses particularly on voice clarity and dynamic balance. The excerpts from Vingt Regards cover moods ranging from contemplation to rhythmic outbursts.
What musical genre is represented in this sheet music collection?
The indicated musical genre is classical, through the piano writing of Olivier Messiaen, a French composer of the contemporary era.
