Composer

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Sylvano Bussotti

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Solo

Compose Date

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1978

First Performance

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Jun 17, 1978

Average_duration

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12:22

Lachrimae is a composition for solo violin, composed by Sylvano Bussotti in 1976. The piece was premiered in the same year by the Italian violinist, Carlo Chiarappa. The composition is divided into five movements, each of which is characterized by a different mood and style. The first movement, titled "Lachrimae," is a slow and mournful piece that sets the tone for the rest of the composition. The second movement, "Scherzo," is a playful and energetic piece that provides a contrast to the first movement. The third movement, "Elegia," is a somber and reflective piece that returns to the mournful mood of the first movement. The fourth movement, "Intermezzo," is a brief and lighthearted piece that serves as a transition to the final movement. The fifth and final movement, "Finale," is a fast and virtuosic piece that brings the composition to a thrilling conclusion. Throughout the composition, Bussotti employs a variety of extended techniques and unconventional playing methods to create a unique and expressive sound. The use of glissandi, harmonics, and pizzicato create a haunting and ethereal atmosphere, while the use of rapid bowing and complex rhythms add a sense of urgency and excitement. Overall, Lachrimae is a challenging and rewarding piece for solo violin that showcases Bussotti's innovative approach to composition and his mastery of the instrument.

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