Composer

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Frederick Delius

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

Compose Date

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1936

Average_duration

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4:36

Movement_count

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2

Movement ....

Frederick Delius composed 'Aquarelles (2), for strings' in 1917. The piece premiered on May 9, 1917, at the Aeolian Hall in London, conducted by the composer himself. The work consists of two movements, each depicting a different watercolor painting. The first movement, titled "Very Calm and Quiet," is a serene and peaceful depiction of a tranquil lake. Delius uses lush harmonies and delicate melodies to create a sense of stillness and calmness. The strings play with a soft and gentle touch, evoking the gentle ripples of the water. The movement ends with a fading coda, leaving the listener with a sense of peacefulness. The second movement, titled "Rather quick and very rhythmical," is a lively and energetic depiction of a waterfall. Delius uses fast and rhythmic motifs to create a sense of movement and energy. The strings play with a more forceful and aggressive touch, evoking the power and force of the waterfall. The movement ends with a sudden and abrupt stop, leaving the listener with a sense of excitement and anticipation. Overall, 'Aquarelles (2), for strings' is a beautiful and evocative work that showcases Delius's skill in creating vivid musical imagery. The piece is characterized by lush harmonies, delicate melodies, and a keen sense of musical storytelling.

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