Composer

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Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1753

Publication Date

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1954

Average_duration

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18:55

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

The Concerto for flute in A major, H. 438, Wq. 168, was composed by Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach in 1752. It was premiered in Berlin, Germany, in the same year. The concerto consists of three movements: Allegro, Largo e mesto, and Allegro assai. The first movement, Allegro, is in sonata form and begins with a lively and energetic theme played by the orchestra. The flute enters with a virtuosic solo, which is then developed throughout the movement. The second theme is more lyrical and is played by the strings. The movement ends with a recapitulation of the main themes. The second movement, Largo e mesto, is a slow and melancholic piece. The flute plays a mournful melody accompanied by the strings. The movement is in A minor, which creates a somber and introspective mood. The final movement, Allegro assai, is a fast and lively piece. The flute and orchestra engage in a playful dialogue, with the flute showcasing its technical abilities. The movement ends with a virtuosic cadenza played by the flute. The concerto is characterized by its expressive melodies, virtuosic flute solos, and innovative use of harmony. It is considered one of the most important works in the flute repertoire of the Classical era.

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