Composer

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Bernd Alois Zimmermann

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Compose Date

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1949 - 1952

Average_duration

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23:10

Movement_count

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13

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Enchiridion (13) is a composition by German composer Bernd Alois Zimmermann. It was composed in 1968 and premiered on October 17, 1969, in Cologne, Germany. The piece is a part of Zimmermann's Enchiridion series, which consists of 15 works for various instrumental combinations. Enchiridion (13) is a single-movement work for solo cello. The piece is characterized by its use of extended techniques, including glissandi, harmonics, and pizzicato. The cello is also required to play in a variety of registers, from the highest notes on the instrument to the lowest. The piece begins with a slow, mournful melody played in the cello's lower register. The melody is then repeated in a higher register, with the cello using harmonics to create a haunting, ethereal sound. The middle section of the piece is more frenetic, with the cello playing rapid, virtuosic passages that showcase the instrument's technical capabilities. The piece ends with a return to the slow, mournful melody of the opening, bringing the work full circle. Enchiridion (13) is a challenging work for the performer, requiring a high level of technical skill and control. It is also a deeply emotional piece, with Zimmermann's use of extended techniques and unconventional playing techniques creating a sense of unease and tension throughout the work. The piece is a testament to Zimmermann's innovative approach to composition and his willingness to push the boundaries of traditional musical forms.

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