Composer

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Franz Joseph Haydn

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Divertimento

Compose Date

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before 1790

Average_duration

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10:49

Movement_count

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3

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Franz Joseph Haydn's 'Notturno for 2 lire organizzate, 2 clarinets, 2 horns, 2 violas & bass in C major, H. 2/31' is a chamber music piece composed in 1788. It was premiered in the same year in Vienna, Austria. The piece consists of four movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, marked Adagio, begins with a slow and solemn introduction by the lire organizzate, a type of mechanical organ. The clarinets and horns then enter with a gentle melody, accompanied by the violas and bass. The movement is characterized by its peaceful and contemplative mood. The second movement, marked Menuetto, is a lively dance in triple meter. The lire organizzate takes a more prominent role in this movement, playing a playful melody that is echoed by the other instruments. The horns also have a prominent role, adding a regal quality to the dance. The third movement, marked Adagio, is a beautiful and lyrical piece. The clarinets and violas take turns playing the melody, accompanied by the horns and bass. The lire organizzate provides a delicate and ethereal background, adding to the dreamlike quality of the movement. The final movement, marked Allegro, is a lively and energetic piece. The lire organizzate once again takes a prominent role, playing a fast and intricate melody that is echoed by the other instruments. The horns add a triumphant quality to the movement, while the clarinets and violas provide a playful counterpoint. Overall, Haydn's 'Notturno for 2 lire organizzate, 2 clarinets, 2 horns, 2 violas & bass in C major, H. 2/31' is a beautiful and intricate chamber music piece. Its use of the lire organizzate adds a unique and charming quality to the music, while the interplay between the different instruments creates a rich and complex texture.

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