Friedrich Cerha
Instants
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Composer:Friedrich CerhaGenre:OrchestralAverage_duration:33:50Movement_count:2Movement ....Friedrich Cerha's 'Instants' is a contemporary classical composition that was completed in 1994. The piece was premiered on October 22, 1994, by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Claudio Abbado. 'Instants' is a single-movement work that is approximately 20 minutes long. The piece is characterized by its use of extended techniques, such as microtonal tuning, glissandi, and multiphonics. The orchestration is also unconventional, with the use of instruments such as the accordion, mandolin, and electric guitar. The piece is divided into several sections, each with its own distinct character and mood. The opening section of 'Instants' is marked by a series of dissonant chords that gradually build in intensity. This leads into a section characterized by a frenzied, rhythmic energy, with the orchestra playing in unison. The middle section of the piece is more introspective, with a solo violin playing a haunting melody over a bed of sustained chords. The final section of 'Instants' is marked by a return to the frenzied energy of the opening, with the orchestra playing in a series of complex rhythms and textures. The piece ends with a sudden, explosive chord that brings the work to a dramatic close. Overall, 'Instants' is a challenging and complex work that showcases Cerha's innovative approach to composition. The piece is characterized by its use of unconventional techniques and instrumentation, as well as its shifting moods and textures. Despite its difficulty, 'Instants' has become a popular work in the contemporary classical repertoire, and is frequently performed by orchestras around the world.More....