Composer

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Michael Daugherty

Genre

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Symphony

Style

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Symphony

Compose Date

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1988 - 1993

Average_duration

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42:41

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Metropolis Symphony is a composition by American composer Michael Daugherty. It was composed in 1988 and premiered on October 14, 1993, by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, conducted by David Zinman. The symphony is inspired by the iconic comic book character Superman and his fictional city of Metropolis. The symphony is divided into five movements, each of which is named after a character or location from the Superman comics. The first movement, "Lex," is named after Superman's arch-nemesis, Lex Luthor. It is a fast-paced and energetic movement that features a prominent brass section. The second movement, "Krypton," is named after Superman's home planet. It is a slow and mournful movement that features a solo cello and a haunting melody. The third movement, "MXYZPTLK," is named after a mischievous imp from the Superman comics. It is a playful and whimsical movement that features a prominent percussion section. The fourth movement, "Oh, Lois!" is named after Superman's love interest, Lois Lane. It is a romantic and lyrical movement that features a solo violin and a soaring melody. The final movement, "Red Cape Tango," is named after Superman's iconic red cape. It is a fast-paced and rhythmic movement that features a prominent tango rhythm and a virtuosic trumpet solo. The Metropolis Symphony is characterized by its use of popular culture references and its incorporation of elements from jazz, rock, and other popular music genres. It is a dynamic and engaging work that has become a staple of the contemporary orchestral repertoire.

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