Composer

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Bruno Maderna

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1970

Average_duration

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26:17

Grande aulodia is a composition for two flutes and orchestra, composed by Italian composer Bruno Maderna. The piece was composed in 1957 and premiered on October 18, 1958, in Donaueschingen, Germany, by flutists Severino Gazzelloni and Mario Ancillotti, with the Southwest German Radio Symphony Orchestra conducted by Hans Rosbaud. The composition is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, marked "Lento," is a slow and contemplative introduction, featuring long, sustained notes from the flutes and a sparse, atmospheric accompaniment from the orchestra. The second movement, marked "Allegro," is a lively and energetic scherzo, with rapid, virtuosic passages for the flutes and a playful, rhythmic accompaniment from the orchestra. The final movement, marked "Lento," returns to the introspective mood of the first movement, with the flutes weaving intricate melodies over a delicate, shimmering orchestral texture. One of the most striking characteristics of Grande aulodia is its use of extended techniques for the flutes, including flutter-tonguing, glissandi, and multiphonics. These techniques allow the flutists to create a wide range of timbres and textures, from ethereal and otherworldly to harsh and percussive. The orchestration is also notable for its use of unconventional instruments, such as the flexatone and the whip, which add to the piece's otherworldly atmosphere. Overall, Grande aulodia is a haunting and evocative work that showcases Maderna's innovative approach to composition and his mastery of orchestration. Its use of extended techniques and unconventional instrumentation make it a challenging and rewarding piece for both performers and listeners.

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