Composer

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Edmund Rubbra

Genre

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Symphony

Style

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Symphony

Compose Date

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1947 - 1948

Average_duration

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28:06

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Symphony No. 5 in B flat, Op. 63 is a composition by British composer Edmund Rubbra. It was composed in 1953 and premiered on October 22, 1953, by the BBC Symphony Orchestra conducted by Sir Adrian Boult. The symphony is divided into four movements and has a total duration of approximately 35 minutes. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, begins with a slow introduction featuring a lyrical melody played by the strings. The main theme is then introduced by the woodwinds and is developed throughout the movement. The second movement, marked Adagio, is a slow and contemplative movement featuring a beautiful melody played by the strings. The third movement, marked Allegro vivace, is a lively and energetic scherzo featuring a playful melody played by the woodwinds. The final movement, marked Allegro con fuoco, is a fast and fiery movement featuring a triumphant melody played by the brass. Rubbra's Symphony No. 5 is characterized by its use of rich harmonies, intricate counterpoint, and lyrical melodies. The symphony is also notable for its use of orchestration, with Rubbra making use of a wide range of instruments to create a diverse and colorful sound palette. The symphony is often regarded as one of Rubbra's finest works and is considered a masterpiece of British classical music.

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