Composer

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Johann Nepomuk Hummel

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Partita

Compose Date

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Oct 27, 1803

Publication Date

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1970

Average_duration

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13:33

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Johann Nepomuk Hummel composed his "Parthia for 2 clarinets, 2 oboes, 2 horns & 2 bassoons in E flat major, S. 48" in 1803. The piece was premiered in Vienna in the same year. The Parthia consists of four movements: 1. Allegro moderato 2. Menuetto 3. Adagio 4. Finale: Allegro The first movement, Allegro moderato, is characterized by its lively and energetic melody, which is passed between the different instruments. The second movement, Menuetto, is a dance-like piece with a playful and light-hearted character. The third movement, Adagio, is a slow and expressive piece that showcases the lyrical capabilities of the instruments. The final movement, Finale: Allegro, is a fast-paced and lively piece that brings the Parthia to a thrilling conclusion. The Parthia is a prime example of Hummel's skill in writing for wind instruments. The piece is characterized by its intricate and complex interplay between the different instruments, as well as its use of dynamic contrasts and sudden shifts in mood. The Parthia also showcases Hummel's ability to write memorable and catchy melodies that are both technically challenging and musically satisfying. Overall, the Parthia for 2 clarinets, 2 oboes, 2 horns & 2 bassoons in E flat major, S. 48 is a delightful and engaging piece of music that highlights Hummel's mastery of wind instrument composition.

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