Composer

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Othmar Schoeck

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1947

Publication Date

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1948

First Performance

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Feb 10, 1948

Average_duration

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35:27

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Othmar Schoeck's Concerto for cello and string orchestra, Op. 61, was composed in 1948 and premiered on January 22, 1949, in Zurich, Switzerland. The concerto is divided into three movements: Allegro moderato, Adagio, and Allegro vivace. The first movement, Allegro moderato, begins with a lively and rhythmic theme introduced by the cello. The orchestra responds with a contrasting theme, and the two themes are developed throughout the movement. The cello's virtuosic passages are balanced by lyrical moments, and the movement ends with a return to the opening theme. The second movement, Adagio, is a slow and introspective section. The cello plays a mournful melody, accompanied by the strings, which gradually builds in intensity. The movement reaches a climax before subsiding into a quiet and peaceful conclusion. The final movement, Allegro vivace, is a lively and energetic section. The cello and orchestra engage in a playful dialogue, with the cello taking on a more virtuosic role. The movement features a lively dance-like theme, which is developed throughout the section. The concerto ends with a triumphant coda, bringing the work to a thrilling conclusion. Schoeck's Concerto for cello and string orchestra is characterized by its lyrical melodies, virtuosic cello passages, and rich harmonies. The work showcases the expressive capabilities of the cello, while also highlighting the interplay between the soloist and the orchestra. The concerto is a significant contribution to the repertoire for cello and string orchestra, and remains a popular work in the genre.

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