Composer

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Carl Nielsen

Genre

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Symphony

Style

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Symphony

Compose Date

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1921 - 1922

Average_duration

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35:20

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Symphony No. 5, FS 97, Op. 50 is a symphony composed by Danish composer Carl Nielsen. It was composed between 1920 and 1922 and premiered on January 24, 1922, in Copenhagen, Denmark. The symphony is divided into four movements and has a total running time of approximately 35 minutes. The first movement, marked Allegro non troppo, begins with a slow introduction featuring a solo clarinet. The main theme is then introduced by the strings and developed throughout the movement. The movement is characterized by its use of shifting tonal centers and complex rhythms. The second movement, marked Andante un poco tranquillo, is a slow and lyrical movement featuring a solo horn. The movement is notable for its use of chromaticism and its shifting harmonies. The third movement, marked Allegro, is a lively and energetic scherzo. The movement is characterized by its use of syncopated rhythms and its playful melodies. The fourth and final movement, marked Adagio - Allegro molto, begins with a slow and somber introduction featuring a solo bassoon. The main theme is then introduced by the strings and developed throughout the movement. The movement is characterized by its use of complex counterpoint and its dramatic shifts in mood. Overall, Symphony No. 5 is considered one of Nielsen's most important works and is notable for its use of shifting tonal centers, complex rhythms, and innovative orchestration. The symphony is often regarded as a reflection of the turbulent political and social climate of Denmark in the early 20th century.

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