Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1783

Average_duration

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12:05

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed the "Movement for oboe & orchestra in F major (fragment), K. 293 (K. 416f)" in Salzburg in 1777. The piece was intended to be the first movement of a concerto for oboe and orchestra, but Mozart never completed the work. The fragment consists of a single movement, lasting approximately six minutes. The piece opens with a bright and lively orchestral introduction, featuring a playful dialogue between the strings and woodwinds. The oboe enters with a graceful and lyrical melody, which is then developed and elaborated upon by the orchestra. The soloist and orchestra engage in a lively and virtuosic dialogue, with the oboe showcasing its agility and expressiveness. The middle section of the movement features a more subdued and introspective theme, with the oboe playing a plaintive melody over a gentle accompaniment. The orchestra gradually builds in intensity, leading to a dramatic climax before returning to the opening theme. Despite its status as an unfinished work, the "Movement for oboe & orchestra in F major" is a charming and delightful piece, showcasing Mozart's mastery of melody and orchestration. The piece is notable for its playful and virtuosic dialogue between the soloist and orchestra, as well as its lyrical and expressive oboe melodies.

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