Composer

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Darius Milhaud

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Symphony

Compose Date

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1922

Publication Date

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1922

Average_duration

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6:33

Movement_count

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3

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Darius Milhaud's "Little Symphony, No. 5, Dixtour d'instruments à vent, Op. 75" is a chamber work for ten wind instruments, composed in 1922. The piece was premiered on May 18, 1922, in Paris, by the Société Musicale Indépendante. The work is divided into four movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement, marked "Allegro," is lively and playful, with a syncopated rhythm and a bright, cheerful melody. The second movement, "Andante," is more introspective, with a lyrical melody that is passed between the different instruments. The third movement, "Scherzo," is a fast and energetic dance, with a driving rhythm and playful melodies. The final movement, "Finale," is a lively and exuberant conclusion to the work, with a fast tempo and a joyful, celebratory character. Milhaud's use of wind instruments in this work is particularly noteworthy. The piece is scored for two oboes, two clarinets, two bassoons, two horns, and two trumpets, and Milhaud makes full use of the unique timbres and capabilities of each instrument. The interplay between the different instruments is a key feature of the work, with each instrument taking turns in the spotlight and contributing to the overall texture and character of the piece. Overall, "Little Symphony, No. 5, Dixtour d'instruments à vent, Op. 75" is a lively and engaging work that showcases Milhaud's skill as a composer and his innovative use of wind instruments. Its premiere in 1922 was met with critical acclaim, and it remains a popular and frequently performed work in the chamber music repertoire.

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