Composer

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Carl Maria von Weber

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1810

Publication Date

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1811

Average_duration

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6:21

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

The 'Sonata for piano & flute obbligato No. 2 in G major, J. 100, Op. 10b/2' is a chamber music piece composed by Carl Maria von Weber. It was composed in 1810 and premiered in the same year. The sonata consists of three movements, and it is approximately 20 minutes long. The first movement, marked Allegro, is in sonata form. It begins with a lively and cheerful theme played by the piano, which is then echoed by the flute. The two instruments engage in a playful dialogue throughout the movement, with the piano providing a solid harmonic foundation for the flute's virtuosic runs and trills. The development section explores the themes in greater depth, with the piano and flute engaging in intricate counterpoint. The movement ends with a recapitulation of the main theme, followed by a coda that brings the movement to a lively close. The second movement, marked Andante, is a lyrical and expressive piece in A minor. The piano introduces a melancholy theme, which is then taken up by the flute. The two instruments engage in a dialogue that is by turns tender and passionate. The middle section of the movement is more agitated, with the piano and flute engaging in a more intense dialogue. The movement ends with a return to the opening theme, played by the flute in a higher register, and a gentle coda that brings the movement to a peaceful close. The final movement, marked Rondo: Allegro, is a lively and energetic piece in G major. The piano introduces a playful theme, which is then taken up by the flute. The movement is structured as a rondo, with the main theme returning several times in between contrasting episodes. The piano and flute engage in a virtuosic dialogue throughout the movement, with both instruments displaying their technical prowess. The movement ends with a lively coda that brings the sonata to a joyful close. Overall, the 'Sonata for piano & flute obbligato No. 2 in G major, J. 100, Op. 10b/2' is a charming and delightful piece of chamber music. It showcases the virtuosity of both the piano and the flute, and the playful dialogue between the two instruments is a joy to listen to. The sonata is a testament to Weber's skill as a composer, and it remains a popular piece in the chamber music repertoire.

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