Composer

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Geirr Tveitt

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

Average_duration

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37:08

Movement_count

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15

Movement ....

Geirr Tveitt's 'A Hundred Hardanger Tunes Suite No. 5 Troll Tunes Nos. 61-75, Op. 151/5' is a composition that was completed in 1944. The premiere of the piece took place in Oslo, Norway, in 1946. The suite is part of a larger collection of works that Tveitt composed based on traditional Hardanger fiddle tunes from Norway. The suite consists of 15 movements, each based on a different traditional tune. The movements are titled after the specific tune they are based on, such as "Troll Tune No. 61," "Troll Tune No. 62," and so on. The suite is scored for a large orchestra, including strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. The characteristics of the suite are heavily influenced by the traditional Hardanger fiddle tunes that Tveitt used as source material. The melodies are often simple and repetitive, with a strong emphasis on rhythm and dance-like qualities. Tveitt's orchestration is colorful and imaginative, with frequent use of percussion and brass to create a sense of drama and excitement. The suite is also notable for its use of Norwegian folk instruments, such as the Hardanger fiddle and the langeleik (a type of zither). These instruments are used both as soloists and as part of the larger orchestral texture, adding a unique flavor to the music. Overall, 'A Hundred Hardanger Tunes Suite No. 5 Troll Tunes Nos. 61-75, Op. 151/5' is a vibrant and colorful tribute to the traditional music of Norway. Tveitt's skillful orchestration and imaginative use of folk instruments make this suite a standout work in the classical repertoire.

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