Composer

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Rodion Shchedrin

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

Movement_count

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4

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Rodion Shchedrin's Four Fragments from the ballet 'The Little Humpbacked Horse' is a composition that was premiered in 1961. The ballet itself was composed in 1955, and it was based on a Russian folk tale. The ballet tells the story of a young peasant boy who is helped by a magical horse to win the hand of a princess. The Four Fragments from the ballet 'The Little Humpbacked Horse' are four individual pieces that were taken from the original ballet score. The first movement is titled 'Introduction and Dance of the Tsar Maiden.' This movement is characterized by its lively and playful melody, which is played by the woodwinds. The second movement is titled 'Variations of the Little Humpbacked Horse.' This movement is characterized by its fast-paced and energetic rhythm, which is played by the strings. The third movement is titled 'Dance of the Gypsies.' This movement is characterized by its exotic and mysterious melody, which is played by the brass and percussion. The final movement is titled 'Finale.' This movement is characterized by its triumphant and celebratory melody, which is played by the full orchestra. Overall, the Four Fragments from the ballet 'The Little Humpbacked Horse' are characterized by their lively and playful melodies, fast-paced rhythms, and exotic and mysterious tones. The composition is a testament to Shchedrin's skill as a composer, and it remains a popular piece in the classical music repertoire.

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