Composer

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Luigi Dallapiccola

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Etude

Compose Date

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1947

Average_duration

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9:35

Movement_count

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2

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Luigi Dallapiccola's 'Studies (2) for violin and piano' is a composition that was completed in 1946. The piece was premiered on May 17, 1947, in Florence, Italy, by violinist Renato Zanettovich and pianist Guido Agosti. The composition consists of two movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, titled "Tartiniana," is a tribute to the Italian composer Giuseppe Tartini. The movement is characterized by its use of a theme from Tartini's "Devil's Trill" sonata, which is transformed and developed throughout the piece. The violin and piano engage in a dialogue, with the violin taking on the role of the soloist and the piano providing accompaniment. The movement is marked by its virtuosic passages, with the violin and piano engaging in rapid runs and intricate passages. The second movement, titled "Due studi," is divided into two sections. The first section is marked by its use of a twelve-tone row, which is used to create a sense of tension and dissonance. The violin and piano engage in a call-and-response pattern, with the violin playing the row and the piano responding with a contrasting melody. The second section of the movement is marked by its use of a more tonal language, with the violin and piano engaging in a lyrical and expressive dialogue. Overall, 'Studies (2) for violin and piano' is a composition that showcases Dallapiccola's mastery of both traditional and modern compositional techniques. The piece is marked by its virtuosic passages, intricate harmonies, and expressive melodies, making it a challenging and rewarding work for both performers and listeners alike.

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