Composer

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Balys Dvarionas

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

Compose Date

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1947

Average_duration

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5:37

"Elegie for violin & string orchestra" is a composition by Balys Dvarionas, a Lithuanian composer, pianist, and conductor. The piece was composed in 1954 and premiered in Vilnius, Lithuania, the same year. The composition consists of a single movement and is approximately 10 minutes in length. The piece is written for solo violin and string orchestra, with the violin taking on a prominent role throughout the work. The piece begins with a mournful and melancholic melody played by the solo violin, which is then echoed by the string orchestra. The violin then takes on a more virtuosic role, with fast and intricate passages that showcase the technical abilities of the performer. The orchestra provides a lush and supportive accompaniment, with rich harmonies and sweeping melodies. Throughout the piece, Dvarionas employs a variety of techniques to create a sense of emotional depth and intensity. The use of chromaticism and dissonance creates a sense of tension and unease, while the frequent use of tremolo and pizzicato in the strings adds a sense of urgency and energy to the work. Despite its somber tone, "Elegie for violin & string orchestra" is a deeply expressive and moving work that showcases Dvarionas' skill as a composer and his ability to create powerful emotional experiences through music.

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