Composer

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Lars Petter Hagen

Genre

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Orchestral

Average_duration

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9:23

Funeral March over Edvard Grieg is a contemporary classical composition by Norwegian composer Lars Petter Hagen. The piece was composed in 2007 and premiered on September 14, 2007, at the Ultima Oslo Contemporary Music Festival. The composition consists of three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement, titled "Procession," is a slow and somber march that sets the tone for the entire piece. The second movement, titled "Lament," is a mournful and introspective section that features a solo cello. The final movement, titled "Epilogue," is a quiet and reflective section that brings the piece to a close. The piece is characterized by its use of dissonance and unconventional harmonies, which create a sense of tension and unease throughout the composition. The use of percussion instruments, such as the bass drum and timpani, adds to the funereal atmosphere of the piece. The title of the composition, Funeral March over Edvard Grieg, is a reference to the famous Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg, who died in 1907, exactly 100 years before the premiere of Hagen's piece. The composition is not a literal funeral march for Grieg, but rather a reflection on his legacy and the impact he had on Norwegian music. Overall, Funeral March over Edvard Grieg is a powerful and evocative composition that showcases Hagen's skill as a composer and his ability to create complex and emotionally charged music.

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