Composer

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Tan Dun

Genre

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Chamber

Compose Date

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2002

Average_duration

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11:43

Seven Desires is a contemporary classical composition by Chinese composer Tan Dun. It was composed in 2002 and premiered on October 17, 2002, by the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by the composer himself. The piece is divided into seven movements, each representing a different desire. The first movement, "Desire for Water," features the sound of water droplets and the use of water bowls as percussion instruments. The second movement, "Desire for Wind," is characterized by the use of wind instruments and the sound of whistling. The third movement, "Desire for Earth," features the use of stones and rocks as percussion instruments. The fourth movement, "Desire for Fire," is the most intense and dramatic of the seven movements. It features the use of gongs, cymbals, and other percussion instruments to create a fiery and explosive sound. The fifth movement, "Desire for Love," is a more lyrical and romantic movement, featuring the use of strings and woodwinds. The sixth movement, "Desire for Freedom," is characterized by a sense of liberation and features the use of brass and percussion instruments. The final movement, "Desire for Peace," is a peaceful and meditative movement, featuring the use of chimes and bells. Overall, Seven Desires is a unique and innovative composition that blends traditional Chinese instruments and techniques with Western classical music. It is a powerful and evocative work that explores the human desires and emotions that drive us all.

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