Composer

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Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach

Genre

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Symphony

Style

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Sinfonia

Compose Date

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1773

Publication Date

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1982

Average_duration

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65:15

Movement_count

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18

Movement ....

Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach's 'Sei sinfonie, symphonies (6), H. 657-662, Wq. 182' is a collection of six symphonies composed between 1773 and 1775. The collection was dedicated to Baron Gottfried van Swieten, an Austrian diplomat and patron of the arts. The premiere of the symphonies took place in Vienna in 1776. The six symphonies are each composed of three movements, with the exception of the fifth symphony, which has four movements. The first movement of each symphony is typically in sonata form, with a fast tempo and lively character. The second movement is usually a slow and lyrical adagio, while the third movement is a lively minuet or scherzo. The first symphony in E-flat major, H. 657, is characterized by its bright and cheerful melodies, with a particularly lively and energetic first movement. The second symphony in B-flat major, H. 658, is more subdued, with a slower tempo and more contemplative character. The third symphony in C major, H. 659, is notable for its use of a solo violin in the second movement, which adds a sense of intimacy and warmth to the piece. The fourth symphony in G major, H. 660, is perhaps the most well-known of the collection, with its lively and playful melodies and use of syncopation. The fifth symphony in B minor, H. 661, is the most complex of the collection, with its four movements and use of chromaticism and dissonance. The final symphony in E minor, H. 662, is characterized by its dramatic and intense melodies, particularly in the first movement. Overall, the 'Sei sinfonie' collection is a testament to Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach's skill as a composer, with its varied and expressive melodies, intricate harmonies, and lively rhythms. The collection remains a popular and influential work in the classical music canon.

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