Composer

:

Edvard Grieg

Genre

:

Orchestral

Style

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Elegy

Compose Date

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1880

Publication Date

:

1881

Average_duration

:

8:12

Movement_count

:

2

Movement ....

Edvard Grieg's 'Elegiac Melodies (2) for orchestra, Op. 34' is a set of two pieces composed in 1880. The premiere of the work took place on November 1, 1880, in Christiania (now Oslo), Norway, with the composer conducting the orchestra. The first movement, 'The Wounded Heart,' is a mournful and melancholic piece that begins with a somber melody played by the strings. The melody is then passed on to the woodwinds, creating a haunting and sorrowful atmosphere. The movement builds to a climax with the full orchestra playing the melody, before fading away into a quiet and reflective ending. The second movement, 'The Last Spring,' is a more uplifting and hopeful piece. It begins with a gentle and delicate melody played by the strings, which is then joined by the woodwinds and brass. The melody is repeated and developed throughout the movement, with the orchestra building to a triumphant and joyful climax. The piece ends with a peaceful and serene coda, bringing the work to a gentle close. Overall, the 'Elegiac Melodies' showcase Grieg's skill in creating evocative and emotional music. The pieces are characterized by their beautiful melodies, lush harmonies, and expressive use of orchestration. The work is a testament to Grieg's ability to capture the essence of human emotion through music, and remains a beloved part of the orchestral repertoire to this day.

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