Composer

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Franz Schubert

Genre

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Symphony

Style

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Symphony

Compose Date

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1828

Average_duration

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30:52

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Symphony No. 10 in D major, D. 936a, is a work by Franz Schubert, composed in 1828, just a few months before his death. The symphony was left unfinished, with only the first movement completed. It was later completed by musicologist Brian Newbould in 1980, using Schubert's sketches and notes. The symphony was premiered on December 26, 1863, in Vienna, conducted by Johann von Herbeck. The first movement, marked Andante - Allegro ma non troppo, is the only completed movement of the symphony. It begins with a slow, mournful introduction, featuring a solo clarinet and bassoon. The main theme is then introduced by the strings, which is a lively and energetic melody. The movement is characterized by its use of contrasting themes and textures, with the orchestra alternating between full tutti sections and more intimate chamber-like passages. Despite being incomplete, Symphony No. 10 in D major is considered to be one of Schubert's most significant works. The first movement is a testament to Schubert's mastery of orchestration and his ability to create complex and emotionally charged musical structures. The symphony is also notable for its use of chromaticism and harmonic ambiguity, which were innovative for their time. Overall, Symphony No. 10 in D major, D. 936a, is a testament to Schubert's genius as a composer. Despite being unfinished, the symphony remains a significant work in the classical canon, and a testament to Schubert's enduring legacy.

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