Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1786

Average_duration

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1:26

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed the 'Duo for 2 horns No. 8 in C major, K. 487/8 (496a/8)' in Vienna in 1786. The piece was premiered on April 3, 1786, at the Burgtheater in Vienna, with Mozart himself playing one of the horns. The 'Duo for 2 horns No. 8' consists of three movements: 1. Allegro 2. Andante 3. Rondo: Allegro The first movement, Allegro, is in sonata form and begins with a lively and energetic theme played by both horns in unison. The second theme is more lyrical and is played by the first horn. The development section explores both themes and features virtuosic passages for both horns. The movement ends with a recapitulation of the main themes. The second movement, Andante, is a beautiful and expressive piece in C minor. It features a simple and elegant melody played by the first horn, accompanied by the second horn playing a simple harmonic line. The melody is then repeated by the second horn, with the first horn providing the accompaniment. The movement ends with a brief coda. The final movement, Rondo: Allegro, is a lively and playful piece in C major. It features a catchy and memorable main theme played by both horns in unison. The theme is then developed and explored in various ways, with both horns taking turns playing the melody and providing accompaniment. The movement ends with a lively coda. The 'Duo for 2 horns No. 8' is a charming and delightful piece that showcases Mozart's skill in writing for the horn. The piece is characterized by its beautiful melodies, virtuosic passages, and playful and lively rhythms. It is a popular piece in the horn repertoire and is often performed in concerts and recitals.

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