Images: Books I and II for Solo Piano - Paperback

by Claude Debussy (Author)

Here, in one concise volume, are all six pieces from Debussy's Images -- the Impressionist masterpieces that are among the composer's most popular works. Written in two sets from 1905 to 1907, the complete collection of Images is included in scores for solo piano: Book I
Reflets dans l'eau (Reflections in the Water)
Hommage à Rameau (Homage to Rameau)
Mouvement (Movement)Book II
Cloches à travers les fuilles (Bells through the leaves)
Et la lune descend sur le temple qui fut (And the moon descends on the ruined temple)
Poissons d'or (Goldfish)Pianists of an intermediate level and beyond will enjoy hours of pleasure with this essential addition to any music library.

Author Biography

French composer Claude Debussy (1862-1918) was one of the most prominent figures working within the field of impressionist music, although he disliked the term when applied to his compositions. A central figure in European music of the turn of the 20th century, he was made Chevalier of the Legion of Honor in 1903.