Sound Embodiment of Rene Eespere’s Piano Cycles: Experience of Performance Analysis

The novelty of the article lies in expanding knowledge about contemporary outstanding musicians using example performance analysis piano cycles Estonian composer Rene Eespere context their sound embodiment. purpose is to identify specificity embodiment R. Eespere’s cycles: “4 ostinato” and “24 preludes” (first book). research methodology based on an integrated approach that combines principle musical-theoretical analysis, which are necessary for solving tasks set article. Results conclusions. examines creativity his paper detects key arise before performer contribute proposed compositions. basis this was personal experience article’s author; work class Professor S. Yushkevich; audio video recordings cycles, as well direct communication with format electronic correspondence. reveals main features style, synthesizes traditions Western European national culture. In addition, shows gravitation towards minimalism music. Ostinato a characteristic manifestation composer’s creative thinking these cycles. This compositional technique determines different emotional orientation each piece. also variants texture formulas opuses, require mobility from changing pianistic techniques. Analytical study works made it possible following tasks: stability intricate rhythmic complexes, subtle dynamic nuances, timbre variety, moderate pedalling, use expressive touch. general, brings out new facets understanding musical contributes formation so valuable development modern art.