Composer

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Vache Sharafyan

Compose Date

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2009

Average_duration

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22:32

Movement_count

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4

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The 'Suite for cello & orchestra' is a composition by the Armenian composer Vache Sharafyan. The piece was composed in 2008 and premiered on October 25, 2008, in Yerevan, Armenia, with the Armenian State Symphony Orchestra conducted by Sergey Smbatyan. The suite consists of four movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, titled "Prelude," is a slow and contemplative piece that sets the tone for the rest of the suite. The second movement, "Dance," is a lively and rhythmic piece that showcases the virtuosity of the solo cello. The third movement, "Elegy," is a mournful and introspective piece that explores the emotional depth of the cello. The final movement, "Finale," is a fast and energetic piece that brings the suite to a thrilling conclusion. The 'Suite for cello & orchestra' is characterized by its use of Armenian folk melodies and rhythms, which are seamlessly integrated into the classical form of the suite. Sharafyan's use of the cello as a solo instrument is also notable, as he explores the full range of the instrument's capabilities, from its deep, sonorous tones to its soaring, lyrical melodies. Overall, the 'Suite for cello & orchestra' is a masterful composition that showcases Sharafyan's skill as a composer and his deep connection to Armenian musical traditions. Its premiere in 2008 was met with critical acclaim, and it has since become a beloved piece in the repertoire of cellists and orchestras around the world.

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