Composer

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César Franck

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1888

Publication Date

:

1893

Average_duration

:

16:20

Movement_count

:

6

Movement ....

César Franck's 'Duos (6), M. 89' is a collection of six pieces for violin and piano, composed in 1886. The premiere of the work took place on January 16, 1887, at the Société Nationale de Musique in Paris, with the composer himself playing the piano part. The six movements of the work are as follows: 1. Allegretto ben moderato 2. Allegro 3. Recitativo-Fantasia 4. Allegretto poco mosso 5. Allegro con fuoco 6. Andantino quietoso The first movement, marked Allegretto ben moderato, is a gentle and lyrical piece, with a flowing melody in the violin and a delicate accompaniment in the piano. The second movement, marked Allegro, is more lively and energetic, with a playful and virtuosic violin part. The third movement, Recitativo-Fantasia, is a dramatic and expressive piece, with the violin playing a recitative-like melody over a rich and complex piano accompaniment. The fourth movement, marked Allegretto poco mosso, is a light and graceful piece, with a charming melody in the violin and a delicate, dancing accompaniment in the piano. The fifth movement, marked Allegro con fuoco, is a fiery and passionate piece, with a virtuosic and intense violin part and a driving, rhythmic piano accompaniment. The final movement, Andantino quietoso, is a peaceful and introspective piece, with a gentle and contemplative melody in the violin and a simple, serene accompaniment in the piano. Overall, 'Duos (6), M. 89' is a beautiful and varied collection of pieces, showcasing Franck's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both technically challenging and emotionally expressive.

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