Composer

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Matthias Arfmann

Genre

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Crossover

Average_duration

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5:16

Scheherazade Remix (after Rimsky-Korsakov) is a contemporary composition by German composer Matthias Arfmann. The piece was composed in 2017 and premiered on November 11th of the same year at the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, Germany. The composition is a reimagining of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade, a symphonic suite based on the tales of One Thousand and One Nights. Arfmann's remix takes the original themes and motifs of Scheherazade and infuses them with modern electronic beats and sounds. The piece is divided into four movements, each corresponding to the four movements of Rimsky-Korsakov's original suite. The first movement, "The Sea and Sinbad's Ship," begins with a haunting melody played on a solo violin, which is then joined by electronic beats and synths. The second movement, "The Story of the Kalendar Prince," features a pulsing rhythm and a driving bassline, creating a sense of urgency and excitement. The third movement, "The Young Prince and the Young Princess," is the most romantic and melodic of the four. Arfmann's remix adds a dreamy quality to the original theme, with ethereal vocals and shimmering electronic textures. The final movement, "Festival at Baghdad - The Sea - The Shipwreck," is the most dramatic and intense, with pounding beats and soaring strings. Overall, Scheherazade Remix (after Rimsky-Korsakov) is a bold and innovative take on a classic piece of music. Arfmann's use of electronic elements adds a contemporary edge to the original themes, while still paying homage to Rimsky-Korsakov's timeless melodies. The piece is a testament to the enduring power of Scheherazade and the enduring appeal of One Thousand and One Nights.

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