Composer

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Johann Nepomuk David

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Fugue

Average_duration

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8:08

Johann Nepomuk David's 'Fantasy and Fugue for organ in C' is a significant work in the organ repertoire. The piece was composed in 1956 and premiered on October 28, 1956, in the St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna, Austria. The work is divided into two movements, a Fantasy and a Fugue. The Fantasy is a free-form movement that showcases David's mastery of organ writing. The piece begins with a slow and mysterious introduction that gradually builds in intensity. The middle section of the Fantasy is more lively and features a series of virtuosic passages that demonstrate the full range of the organ. The movement concludes with a return to the opening material, but this time with added complexity and intensity. The Fugue is a more structured movement that follows the traditional fugue form. The piece begins with a single voice that introduces the main theme. This theme is then passed between the different voices of the organ, with each voice adding its own unique character to the music. The fugue builds in intensity and complexity until it reaches a climax, after which the music gradually subsides and returns to the opening material. David's 'Fantasy and Fugue for organ in C' is characterized by its use of complex harmonies, intricate counterpoint, and virtuosic organ writing. The piece is a testament to David's skill as a composer and his deep understanding of the capabilities of the organ. The work is a challenging piece for any organist to perform, but it is also a rewarding one, both for the performer and the listener.

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