Composer

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Max Reger

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Sonata

Compose Date

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1908 - Feb 20, 1909

First Performance

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Jun 9, 1909

Average_duration

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30:19

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Max Reger's Sonata for clarinet & piano No. 3 in B flat major, Op. 107 was composed in 1908. The piece premiered on January 22, 1909, in Munich, Germany, with the composer himself on the piano and the clarinetist Heinrich Bärmann. The sonata consists of three movements: Allegro moderato, Vivace, and Largo - Allegro moderato. The first movement, Allegro moderato, begins with a lyrical clarinet melody that is soon joined by the piano. The movement is characterized by its use of chromaticism and complex harmonies, which are typical of Reger's style. The second movement, Vivace, is a lively scherzo that features a playful clarinet melody and a virtuosic piano accompaniment. The final movement, Largo - Allegro moderato, is the longest of the three and is divided into two sections. The first section, Largo, is a slow and melancholic movement that showcases the clarinet's expressive capabilities. The second section, Allegro moderato, is a lively and energetic finale that brings the sonata to a thrilling conclusion. Reger's Sonata for clarinet & piano No. 3 in B flat major is a challenging work that requires technical proficiency and musical sensitivity from both the clarinetist and the pianist. The piece is known for its intricate counterpoint, complex harmonies, and use of chromaticism. Reger's style is often described as a fusion of traditional Germanic forms and the chromaticism of late Romanticism. The sonata is a prime example of this style and is considered one of Reger's most significant works for clarinet and piano.

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