Composer

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Manfred Trojahn

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1997 - 2000

Average_duration

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14:54

"Danse pour clarinette & piano Pastiche en hommage à Olivier Messiaen" is a contemporary classical composition by German composer Manfred Trojahn. The piece was composed in 1992 and premiered on October 17, 1992, in Frankfurt, Germany. The composition consists of a single movement and is approximately six minutes in length. The piece is written for clarinet and piano and is a tribute to the French composer Olivier Messiaen. The piece begins with a slow and contemplative introduction, with the clarinet playing a mournful melody over a simple piano accompaniment. The tempo then picks up, and the piece becomes more rhythmic and dance-like, with the clarinet and piano trading off melodic phrases. The music is characterized by its use of dissonant harmonies and complex rhythms, which are typical of Messiaen's style. Trojahn's "Danse pour clarinette & piano Pastiche en hommage à Olivier Messiaen" is a challenging piece for both the clarinetist and pianist, requiring technical proficiency and a deep understanding of contemporary classical music. The piece is a fitting tribute to Messiaen, who was known for his innovative and experimental approach to composition.

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