Georges Bizet (1838–1875)

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Georges Bizet (1838–1875)

1. What do we need to know about this composer?
Possible answers . . .

  • Composed in the style of Gounod, his teacher.
  • Wrote well for the voice. His songs have forceful rhythm and a dramatic sense.

2. Name a song composition by this composer.
Possible answers . . .

Chanson d’avril
Adieu de l’hôtesse arabe
Absence
Guitare

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Chanson d’avril

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HIGH VOICE
ACCOMPANIMENT ONLY:

FULL PERFORMANCE:

LOW VOICE
ACCOMPANIMENT ONLY:
FULL PERFORMANCE:

Also . . .

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Adieu de l’hôtesse arabe

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Absence

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Guitare

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HIGH VOICE
ACCOMPANIMENT ONLY:

FULL PERFORMANCE:

LOW VOICE
ACCOMPANIMENT ONLY:
FULL PERFORMANCE:

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