Composer

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Jonathan Dove

Genre

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Choral

Average_duration

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10:35

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

"It sounded as if the streets were runnings (3)" is a contemporary classical composition by British composer Jonathan Dove. The piece was composed in 1998 and premiered on October 17th of the same year at the Barbican Centre in London, performed by the London Sinfonietta. The composition consists of three movements, each with its own distinct character and musical language. The first movement, titled "Fast and Furious," is a frenzied and chaotic depiction of a bustling city street. The music is characterized by rapid, syncopated rhythms and dissonant harmonies, evoking the sounds of traffic, sirens, and people rushing by. The second movement, "Slow and Dreamlike," is a stark contrast to the first. The music is ethereal and atmospheric, with long, sustained notes and delicate textures. This movement represents a moment of calm amidst the chaos of the city, as if the listener has stepped into a quiet alleyway or park. The final movement, "With Energy and Drive," returns to the frenetic energy of the first. However, this time the music is more structured and organized, with clear melodic lines and rhythmic patterns. The movement builds to a thrilling climax, evoking the excitement and energy of a city at its most vibrant. Overall, "It sounded as if the streets were runnings (3)" is a dynamic and evocative composition that captures the essence of urban life. Dove's use of contrasting movements and musical languages creates a vivid and immersive listening experience, transporting the listener to the heart of the city.

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