Composer

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Henk de Vlieger

Compose Date

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2006

Average_duration

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49:53

Movement_count

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11

Movement ....

"Meistersinger" is a symphonic adaptation of Richard Wagner's opera "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg" composed by Henk de Vlieger. The piece was composed in 1995 and premiered on October 19, 1995, by the Netherlands Radio Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Edo de Waart. The symphonic adaptation consists of five movements, each representing a different scene from the opera. The first movement, "Prelude," sets the stage for the opera and introduces the main themes. The second movement, "Walther's Prize Song," features the famous aria from the opera sung by the character Walther von Stolzing. The third movement, "Beckmesser's Serenade," is a humorous piece that represents the character Beckmesser's failed attempt to woo the character Eva. The fourth movement, "Procession of the Mastersingers," is a grand and celebratory piece that represents the procession of the mastersingers. The final movement, "Finale," brings the piece to a triumphant close, representing the successful completion of the mastersinger's competition. De Vlieger's adaptation of "Meistersinger" is characterized by its use of orchestration to convey the drama and emotion of the opera. The piece features a large orchestra, including a full brass section, which is used to create a grand and celebratory sound. The use of percussion is also prominent throughout the piece, adding to the drama and intensity of the music. Overall, "Meistersinger" is a powerful and emotional symphonic adaptation of Wagner's opera. De Vlieger's use of orchestration and his ability to capture the drama and emotion of the opera make this piece a must-listen for fans of classical music.

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