Debussy's most dramatic contribution to music history was his disregard for traditional chord structures and tonality. He is one of the most important exponents of the whole tone scale in classical music history. His compositions flowed without a strict sense of metre or rhythm, and are considered the pioneering works of the Impressionist genre of classical music, named in comparison with the visual arts movement.
Debussy's impact was far reaching. His free use of harmony, which often altogether disregarded the concepts of tertian harmony, has been cited as an influence on the rise of Jazz music later in the 20th century.
Suite bergamasque L. 75 No. 1: Prelude
Claude Debussy Lyrics
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Let your power flow in this place
Let your healing come in this place
I hope for signs and wonders
In this place
Let your presence shoow in this place
Aaaaiii
Anointing fall on me
INSTRUMENTAL
No lyrics, only instrumental music.
Let your power flow in this place
May the divine force spread throughout this location.
Let your healing come in this place
Grant us the ability to be cured from our physical and emotional ailments.
I hope for signs and wonders
May we witness unexpected and marvelous events that demonstrate the existence of a higher power.
In this place
Within the area we occupy.
Let your presence show in this place
May we feel the existence and influence of a spiritual being.
Aaaaiii
A vocal expression that is commonly used in music. This line does not have a specific meaning.
Anointing fall on me
Bestow upon me a divine blessing that gives me a purpose in life and a sense of belonging.
Your mercy will I see
I will witness the benevolent and forgiving nature of a higher power.
Writer(s): Claude Debussy, Tolga Kashif
Contributed by Camilla T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.