Composer

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André Previn

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Compose Date

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Oct 2001

Average_duration

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39:43

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

André Previn's "Concerto for Violin and Orchestra Anne-Sophie" is a three-movement work that was composed in 2001. It was premiered on March 14, 2002, by the Boston Symphony Orchestra, with Anne-Sophie Mutter as the soloist and Seiji Ozawa conducting. The first movement, marked "Moderato," begins with a lyrical and expressive violin solo that is accompanied by the orchestra. The soloist's virtuosic passages are interspersed with moments of calm reflection, and the movement ends with a return to the opening theme. The second movement, marked "Adagio," is a slow and mournful elegy that showcases the violin's ability to convey deep emotion. The orchestra provides a somber backdrop for the soloist's mournful melodies, and the movement ends with a hauntingly beautiful violin cadenza. The final movement, marked "Vivace," is a lively and energetic romp that features the soloist's dazzling technical skills. The orchestra provides a playful and rhythmic accompaniment, and the movement ends with a triumphant flourish. Throughout the concerto, Previn's writing for the violin is both challenging and idiomatic, showcasing the instrument's full range and expressive capabilities. The orchestration is lush and colorful, with Previn making full use of the resources of the modern symphony orchestra. Overall, the "Concerto for Violin and Orchestra Anne-Sophie" is a masterful work that combines technical virtuosity with emotional depth and expressive power. It is a fitting tribute to the artistry of Anne-Sophie Mutter, one of the greatest violinists of our time.

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