Robert Helps
Symphony No. 1
Released Album
Recent Album
Works Info
Composer:Robert HelpsGenre:SymphonyStyle:SymphonyCompose Date:1955Average_duration:22:03Movement_count:3Movement ....Symphony No. 1 is a composition by American composer Robert Helps. It was composed in 1957 and premiered on March 6, 1958, by the Louisville Orchestra under the direction of Robert Whitney. The symphony consists of three movements and has a total duration of approximately 25 minutes. The first movement, marked Allegro, begins with a lively and energetic theme played by the strings. The theme is then passed on to the woodwinds and brass, creating a sense of excitement and anticipation. The movement features a number of contrasting sections, including a lyrical second theme played by the strings and a more subdued middle section featuring a solo clarinet. The movement ends with a return to the opening theme, played in a triumphant and celebratory manner. The second movement, marked Adagio, is a slow and contemplative piece. It begins with a mournful theme played by the strings, which is then taken up by the woodwinds and brass. The movement features a number of solo passages, including a haunting oboe solo and a lyrical cello solo. The movement builds to a powerful climax before subsiding into a quiet and reflective coda. The final movement, marked Allegro con brio, is a lively and energetic piece. It begins with a driving rhythm played by the timpani and percussion, which is then taken up by the full orchestra. The movement features a number of contrasting sections, including a lyrical second theme played by the strings and a playful middle section featuring a solo flute. The movement builds to a thrilling climax before ending with a triumphant coda. Overall, Symphony No. 1 is a dynamic and engaging work that showcases Helps' skill as a composer. The piece features a number of memorable themes and motifs, as well as a wide range of orchestral colors and textures. It is a testament to Helps' ability to create music that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant.More....
