Pavane - op. 81 - Sheet Music for Solo Piano Mel Bonis

A slow, flowing dance in B minor, calm enough for a gentle start.Pavane by Mel Bonis is a piano piece in B minor (Poco Andante, 4/4 time). The melody moves in gentle lines, the piano texture stays transparent, and the harmony provides warm support. The pavane, originally a slow processional dance, takes on a romantic colouring in Bonis's hands. Anyone who wants to discover the piano works of Mel Bonis would do well to start with Pavane, Sarabande and Bourrée: three self-contained, manageably long pieces in easily playable keys, which belong together as dances. The Pavane opens the set and also stands on its own when a calmer piece is sought.