Composer

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Stuart Greenbaum

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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20:38

Movement_count

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3

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The 'Sonata for Piano' is a contemporary classical composition by Australian composer Stuart Greenbaum. It was composed in 2007 and premiered on 22nd September 2007 at the Melbourne Recital Centre by pianist Michael Kieran Harvey. The sonata consists of three movements and has a total duration of approximately 20 minutes. The first movement, marked 'Allegro con brio', is characterized by its energetic and rhythmic drive. The opening theme is introduced by the right hand and is then taken up by the left hand, creating a sense of dialogue between the two hands. The movement features frequent changes in tempo and dynamics, creating a sense of tension and release. The second movement, marked 'Andante', is more introspective in character. It begins with a simple, lyrical melody in the right hand, accompanied by a gentle, flowing accompaniment in the left hand. The melody is then developed and expanded upon, with the left hand taking on a more prominent role. The movement gradually builds in intensity before subsiding into a quiet, reflective coda. The final movement, marked 'Allegro vivace', is the most virtuosic of the three. It opens with a fast, syncopated theme in the right hand, accompanied by a driving bass line in the left hand. The movement features frequent changes in meter and tempo, as well as intricate passagework and rapid figurations. The movement builds to a frenzied climax before ending with a final flourish. Overall, the 'Sonata for Piano' is a dynamic and engaging work that showcases Greenbaum's skill as a composer. It combines elements of classical and contemporary music, with influences ranging from Beethoven to jazz and rock. The sonata is a testament to Greenbaum's ability to create music that is both accessible and challenging, and it has become a popular work in the contemporary classical repertoire.

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