Composer

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Jacques Ibert

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1925

Average_duration

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13:02

Movement_count

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3

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Jacques Ibert's Concerto for cello and 10 wind instruments is a three-movement work that was composed in 1925. The piece was premiered on May 27, 1925, in Paris, with Maurice Maréchal as the soloist and the composer conducting the orchestra. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, begins with a lively and rhythmic theme played by the winds. The cello enters with a lyrical melody that is developed throughout the movement. The soloist and the winds engage in a playful dialogue, with the cello often imitating the wind instruments. The movement ends with a virtuosic cadenza for the cello. The second movement, marked Andante espressivo, is a lyrical and introspective piece that showcases the cello's singing qualities. The winds provide a delicate accompaniment, with the oboe and clarinet taking turns to play a solo melody. The cello and the winds engage in a beautiful duet, with the soloist playing long, sustained notes that are answered by the winds. The final movement, marked Allegro scherzando, is a lively and playful piece that features a fast and rhythmic theme played by the winds. The cello enters with a virtuosic cadenza that leads to a lively and energetic section. The soloist and the winds engage in a lively dialogue, with the cello often leading the way. The movement ends with a fast and exciting coda. The Concerto for cello and 10 wind instruments is a charming and delightful work that showcases Ibert's skill in writing for wind instruments. The piece is characterized by its playful and lyrical melodies, its virtuosic cadenzas, and its lively and rhythmic themes. The work has become a staple of the cello repertoire and is often performed in concert halls around the world.

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