Composer

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Benjamin Godard

Genre

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Chamber

Average_duration

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18:34

The Sonata for violin & piano No. 1 in C minor, Op. 1, was composed by French composer Benjamin Godard in 1863. It premiered in Paris the same year, with Godard himself playing the piano and the violinist Henri Petri performing the violin part. The sonata is divided into four movements. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, begins with a dramatic and intense piano introduction, followed by the violin's entrance with a lyrical and expressive melody. The movement features a dialogue between the two instruments, with the violin and piano taking turns leading the melody. The second movement, marked Andante, is a serene and melancholic piece, with the violin playing a mournful melody over a gentle piano accompaniment. The third movement, marked Scherzo, is a lively and playful piece, with the violin and piano engaging in a lively and intricate dance. The final movement, marked Allegro molto, is a fast and energetic piece, with the violin and piano engaging in a virtuosic display of technical skill. The sonata is characterized by its Romantic style, with its expressive melodies, dramatic contrasts, and virtuosic passages. It is also notable for its use of thematic development, with motifs and themes introduced in the first movement reappearing throughout the piece. The sonata is considered one of Godard's most important works, and it helped establish his reputation as a composer.

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