Composer

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Alberto Ginastera

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1943

Average_duration

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18:57

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Las horas de una estancia, Op. 11 is a chamber music work composed by Argentine composer Alberto Ginastera in 1948. The piece was premiered on August 28, 1948, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, by the Argentine Chamber Music Society. The work consists of four movements, each representing a different time of day in the Argentine countryside. The first movement, "Morning," is characterized by a lively and energetic rhythm, evoking the start of a new day. The second movement, "Afternoon," is more subdued and contemplative, with a slower tempo and more introspective melodies. The third movement, "Twilight," is marked by a sense of mystery and uncertainty, with dissonant harmonies and unexpected shifts in tempo and dynamics. The final movement, "Night," is the most dramatic and intense of the four, with a driving rhythm and powerful melodies that build to a climactic finish. Throughout the work, Ginastera employs a variety of compositional techniques to create a unique and evocative sound. He frequently uses dissonant harmonies and complex rhythms, as well as unconventional instrumental techniques such as plucking and tapping the strings of the instruments. The result is a work that is both modern and deeply rooted in the Argentine musical tradition. Overall, Las horas de una estancia, Op. 11 is a masterful example of Ginastera's unique style and his ability to blend traditional and modern elements into a cohesive and compelling musical work.

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