Composer

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Lars-Erik Larsson

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

Average_duration

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17:36

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Barococo is a composition for orchestra by Swedish composer Lars-Erik Larsson. It was composed in 1957 and premiered on February 6, 1958, by the Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Antal Doráti. The piece is divided into three movements. The first movement, marked Allegro, is characterized by its lively and energetic rhythms, with a prominent use of syncopation. The second movement, marked Andante, is more lyrical and introspective, featuring a beautiful melody played by the strings. The final movement, marked Allegro vivace, is a playful and virtuosic dance, with a prominent use of staccato and pizzicato. The title of the piece, Barococo, is a combination of the words Baroque and Rococo, two artistic styles that flourished in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries. The Baroque style is characterized by its grandeur, complexity, and ornamentation, while the Rococo style is more delicate, playful, and ornamental. Larsson's Barococo reflects these two styles in its musical language. The piece features a rich and colorful orchestration, with a prominent use of brass and percussion, reminiscent of the Baroque style. At the same time, the piece also features delicate and intricate melodies, playful rhythms, and ornamental flourishes, reminiscent of the Rococo style. Overall, Barococo is a lively and engaging piece of music that showcases Larsson's skillful orchestration and his ability to blend different musical styles into a cohesive whole.

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