Composer

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Gian Francesco Malipiero

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Suite

Compose Date

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1917

Average_duration

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10:35

Movement_count

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5

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Barlumi is a composition for orchestra by Gian Francesco Malipiero, an Italian composer who was born in 1882 and died in 1973. The piece was composed in 1957 and premiered in Venice on April 12, 1958, conducted by the composer himself. Barlumi is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, marked "Lento," is a somber and introspective meditation on the theme of death. The music is characterized by long, sustained chords and a sense of stasis, as if time has come to a standstill. The second movement, marked "Allegro," is a lively and energetic scherzo that provides a sharp contrast to the first movement. The music is full of rhythmic vitality and playful melodies, with a sense of joy and exuberance that is infectious. The third and final movement, marked "Lento," returns to the introspective mood of the first movement, but with a sense of acceptance and resignation. The music is characterized by a sense of calm and serenity, as if the composer has come to terms with the inevitability of death. Overall, Barlumi is a deeply personal and introspective work that reflects Malipiero's preoccupation with the themes of life, death, and the passage of time. The music is characterized by a sense of stasis and introspection, punctuated by moments of lively energy and playful humor. The piece is a testament to Malipiero's unique voice as a composer, and his ability to create music that is both deeply personal and universally resonant.

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