Live performance of Élisabeth Claude Jacquet de La Guerre's "Chaconne l'Inconstante" by Brianna Conrey at KMFA Austin, 5/10/24. More details and upcoming performances at briannaconrey.com.
Élisabeth Jacquet de La Guerre was a notable French composer and harpsichordist of the Baroque era. One of her compositions, "Chaconne l’Inconstante," is a piece from her Suite in D Minor, published in 1687. This suite is a part of her collection of harpsichord music, showcasing her exceptional talent and innovative style. The Chaconne, a popular musical form during the Baroque period, is characterized by its repetitive bass line and variations over this repeating pattern. In "Chaconne l’Inconstante," Jacquet de La Guerre uses this structure to create a piece that is both intricate and expressive, reflecting the emotional depth and technical skill that defines her work.
