Composer

:

Franz Schubert

Genre

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Symphony

Style

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Symphony

Compose Date

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Aug 1821

Average_duration

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37:19

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Symphony No. 7 in E major, D. 729, also known as the "Unfinished Symphony," is a two-movement symphony composed by Franz Schubert in 1822. The exact reason why Schubert did not complete the symphony is unknown, but it is believed that he may have lost interest in the project or was too ill to finish it. The symphony premiered on December 17, 1865, in Vienna, more than 30 years after Schubert's death. It was conducted by Johann von Herbeck, who discovered the manuscript in Schubert's belongings and decided to perform it. The first movement of the symphony is marked Allegro moderato and begins with a hauntingly beautiful melody played by the cellos and basses. The melody is then taken up by the violins and developed throughout the movement. The second theme is more lively and energetic, played by the woodwinds and strings. The movement is characterized by its use of contrasting themes and textures, as well as its dramatic shifts in dynamics. The second movement is marked Andante con moto and is also in E major. It begins with a gentle melody played by the cellos and basses, which is then taken up by the violins. The movement is characterized by its use of variations on the main theme, as well as its use of contrasting sections. The movement ends with a quiet coda, which brings the symphony to a peaceful close. The "Unfinished Symphony" is considered one of Schubert's greatest works and is admired for its beauty, lyricism, and emotional depth. The symphony is also notable for its use of orchestration, with Schubert using the full range of the orchestra to create a rich and varied sound. Despite its unfinished state, the symphony remains a beloved and enduring masterpiece of the classical repertoire.

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