Composer

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Alexander Tcherepnin

Genre

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Symphony

Style

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Symphony

Compose Date

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1947 - 1951

Average_duration

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25:18

Movement_count

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4

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Symphony No. 2, Op. 77 is a four-movement symphony composed by Alexander Tcherepnin in 1954. The symphony was premiered on January 28, 1955, by the Boston Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Charles Munch. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, begins with a slow introduction featuring a solo clarinet. The main theme is then introduced by the strings and developed throughout the movement. The second movement, marked Andante, is a lyrical and introspective movement featuring a solo oboe and a solo violin. The third movement, marked Allegro molto, is a lively and energetic scherzo featuring a prominent role for the percussion section. The final movement, marked Allegro con fuoco, is a triumphant and celebratory movement featuring a brass fanfare and a lively dance-like theme. Tcherepnin's Symphony No. 2 is characterized by its use of colorful orchestration, rhythmic vitality, and melodic lyricism. The composer's use of percussion is particularly notable, with the percussion section playing a prominent role throughout the symphony. The symphony also features a number of solo passages for various instruments, showcasing Tcherepnin's skill as a composer for individual instruments. Overall, Symphony No. 2, Op. 77 is a vibrant and engaging work that showcases Tcherepnin's unique compositional style. Its premiere by the Boston Symphony Orchestra was met with critical acclaim, and the symphony continues to be performed and recorded by orchestras around the world.

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