Charles Tomlinson Griffes (1884–1920) was an American composer known for his distinctive contributions to early 20th-century American music. Griffes composed several piano works, including "Roman Sketches," a set of four pieces that exemplifies his interest in evocative and atmospheric piano writing. His chamber music includes the "Poem" for flute and orchestra, which is one of his best-known works. Griffes composed several orchestral works, and his "White Peacock" from "Roman Sketches" is frequently performed. The piece captures a vivid and colorful musical image.
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Imagine the cool caress of midnight air swirling around you, carrying the hushed murmurs of distant forests and the secrets of moonlit skies. This is the world conjured by Charles Griffes’ “The Night Winds,” the third movement of his captivating Three Tone-Pictures, Op. 5. Unfold the sheet music and let your fingers dance across the keys, bringing to life Griffes’ …
“The Vale of Dreams” the second movement of Charles Griffes’ captivating Three Tone-Pictures, Op. 5. It’s a piece that invites you to close your eyes and step into a world of hushed whispers, ethereal beauty, and secrets revealed under the veil of moonlight. Imagine the cool dampness of an ancient forest pressing in around you, moonlight filtering through the leaves …
As the sun dips below the horizon, casting long shadows across the still water, imagine stepping into a world painted in shimmering golds and tranquil blues. This is the invitation extended by Charles Griffes’ “The Lake at Evening,” the opening movement of his captivating Three Tone-Pictures, Op. 5. Unfurl the sheet music, each note a brushstroke on the canvas of …