Word: debussey
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Dates: during 1930-1939
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...groups of pieces, Hartmann will play selection from Bach, Scarlatti, Mozart, Brahms, Debussey, and Villa-Lobos...
Like all virtuosi, he is the recipient of a good deal of criticism, both deserved and undeserved, and there is no doubt that many of its interpretations are not entirely pleasing to our Anglo-Saxon ears. Some listeners would prefer more contemporary works--others would not venture beyond Debussey. But in the main, he manages to do an admirable job of pleasing everyone and there are few indeed who do not thoroughly enjoy any of the series of five concerts to which they may subscribe...
Musical drollery, even horseplay, is found in the popular "Merry Pranks" of Till Eulenspiegel, a legendary figure in Germany. In this, Richard Strauss introduces many novel twists and at all times the comedy is good. Debussey's "Afternoon of a Faun" will add to the program sublety and charm...