Composer

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Reinhold Glière

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Average_duration

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6:07

The Concerto Waltz, Op. 90 is a composition for piano and orchestra by the Russian composer Reinhold Glière. It was composed in 1940 and premiered on December 6, 1940, in Moscow, with the composer himself as the soloist and Alexander Gauk conducting the USSR State Symphony Orchestra. The concerto waltz consists of three movements, each of which is connected by a recurring waltz theme. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, begins with a lively waltz theme played by the orchestra, which is then taken up by the piano. The movement features virtuosic passages for the soloist, as well as lush orchestration and sweeping melodies. The second movement, marked Andante, is a lyrical and introspective interlude. The waltz theme is transformed into a more subdued and melancholic melody, which is played by the piano and then taken up by the orchestra. The movement features a beautiful solo for the oboe, which is accompanied by the piano. The final movement, marked Allegro vivace, is a lively and energetic waltz. The movement begins with a playful and syncopated theme played by the orchestra, which is then taken up by the piano. The movement features dazzling runs and arpeggios for the soloist, as well as a thrilling coda that brings the concerto to a rousing conclusion. The Concerto Waltz, Op. 90 is characterized by its lush and romantic melodies, virtuosic piano writing, and colorful orchestration. It is a showcase for the soloist's technical abilities, as well as their ability to convey emotion and musicality. The concerto waltz has become a popular work in the piano repertoire and is frequently performed in concert halls around the world.

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