Composer

:

Michael Torke

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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2000

Average_duration

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19:34

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

"Corner in Manhattan" is a contemporary classical composition by American composer Michael Torke. The piece was composed in 1994 and premiered on March 23, 1995, by the New York Philharmonic at Avery Fisher Hall in New York City. The composition consists of four movements, each representing a different corner of Manhattan. The first movement, "Wall Street," is characterized by its fast-paced, energetic rhythms and use of brass and percussion instruments. The second movement, "Times Square," is more playful and whimsical, featuring a mix of woodwind and string instruments. The third movement, "Central Park," is more serene and contemplative, with a focus on the strings and a slower tempo. The final movement, "Harlem," is the most rhythmic and lively of the four, featuring a mix of brass, percussion, and woodwind instruments. Overall, "Corner in Manhattan" is known for its use of repetitive motifs and driving rhythms, which are characteristic of Torke's minimalist style. The piece also incorporates elements of jazz and popular music, reflecting the diverse cultural influences of New York City. In addition to its premiere by the New York Philharmonic, "Corner in Manhattan" has been performed by numerous other orchestras around the world, including the London Symphony Orchestra and the Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra. It has also been recorded by the Albany Symphony Orchestra and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.

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