Composer

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Lars-Erik Larsson

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Suite

Compose Date

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1938

Average_duration

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13:07

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Lars-Erik Larsson's 'Pastoral Suite, Op. 19' is a beautiful and evocative work for orchestra that was composed in 1938. The piece is comprised of five movements, each of which is inspired by the natural world and the changing seasons. The first movement, 'Prelude', sets the tone for the entire suite with its gentle, flowing melody and lush harmonies. The second movement, 'Summer Evening', is a lively and energetic piece that captures the joy and excitement of a warm summer night. The third movement, 'Autumn Serenade', is a more introspective and melancholy piece that reflects the changing colors of the leaves and the fading light of the season. The fourth movement, 'Winter Pastorale', is a hauntingly beautiful piece that evokes the stillness and quiet of a snowy landscape. The final movement, 'Spring Idyll', is a joyful and exuberant piece that celebrates the arrival of spring and the renewal of life. Throughout the suite, Larsson's use of orchestration is masterful, with each instrument contributing to the overall mood and atmosphere of the piece. The melodies are lyrical and expressive, and the harmonies are rich and complex. 'Pastoral Suite, Op. 19' premiered in Stockholm in 1938 and has since become one of Larsson's most beloved works. It is a testament to the composer's skill and sensitivity, and a beautiful tribute to the natural world that inspired it.

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