Composer

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Ernesto de Curtis

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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3:47

Ernesto de Curtis was an Italian composer who was born on October 4, 1875, in Naples, Italy. He was a prolific composer who wrote many popular songs and operas during his lifetime. One of his most famous works is the song "Torna a Surriento," which has become a classic Neapolitan song. Another one of his famous works is the orchestral piece "Autunno," which was composed in 1921. The piece was premiered in Naples on November 20, 1921, and was conducted by the composer himself. "Autunno" is a four-movement work that is inspired by the season of autumn. The first movement, "Alba d'autunno" (Autumn Dawn), is a slow and melancholic piece that evokes the feeling of a misty autumn morning. The second movement, "Festa d'autunno" (Autumn Festival), is a lively and joyful piece that celebrates the harvest season. The third movement, "Canto d'autunno" (Autumn Song), is a lyrical and romantic piece that expresses the beauty of the autumn landscape. The final movement, "Serenata d'autunno" (Autumn Serenade), is a nostalgic and sentimental piece that reflects on the passing of time and the changing of the seasons. "Autunno" is characterized by its lush orchestration, rich harmonies, and expressive melodies. The piece is a tribute to the beauty of autumn and the emotions that it evokes. It has become a beloved work in the classical repertoire and is often performed by orchestras around the world.

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