- What is the story behind Clair de Lune?
- Why is Clair de Lune so famous?
- When was Clair de Lune composed?
What is the story behind Clair de Lune?
'Clair de lune' takes its title from an atmospheric poem by the French poet Paul Verlaine which depicts the soul as somewhere full of music 'in a minor key' where birds are inspired to sing by the 'sad and beautiful' light of the moon.
Why is Clair de Lune so famous?
French composer Claude Debussy's best-loved piano piece, Clair de Lune, has entered popular consciousness thanks to its regular performance. ... Debussy's music was a turning point from the Romantic music that had dominated the 19th century to the music of the 20th century.
When was Clair de Lune composed?
Clair de lune, (French: Moonlight) the third segment in Suite bergamasque, a four-movement composition for piano by French composer Claude Debussy, begun in 1890 and revised and published in 1905.