Composer

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Jack Gallagher

Genre

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Symphony

Compose Date

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2010-2013

Average_duration

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01:02:59

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Symphony No. 2 (Ascendent) is a four-movement symphony composed by American composer Jack Gallagher. The symphony was composed in 2003 and premiered on March 27, 2004, by the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Neal Gittleman. The first movement, marked "Allegro con brio," opens with a bold and energetic theme in the brass section. The theme is then passed on to the strings and developed throughout the movement. The movement is characterized by its rhythmic drive and use of syncopation. The second movement, marked "Adagio," is a slow and lyrical movement featuring a solo oboe and English horn. The movement is characterized by its lush harmonies and expressive melodies. The third movement, marked "Scherzo," is a playful and energetic movement featuring a lively theme in the woodwinds. The movement is characterized by its use of irregular meters and playful rhythms. The final movement, marked "Allegro molto," is a fast and exciting movement featuring a triumphant theme in the brass section. The movement is characterized by its use of driving rhythms and virtuosic solo passages. Overall, Symphony No. 2 (Ascendent) is a dynamic and engaging work that showcases Gallagher's skill as a composer. The symphony is characterized by its use of bold themes, lush harmonies, and rhythmic drive.

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