Composer

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John Lenehan / Tasmin Little

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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11:11

Tchaikovskiana (after Tchaikovsky) is a composition by John Lenehan and Tasmin Little, which premiered on 14th November 2015 at the Wigmore Hall in London. The piece is a tribute to the great Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, and it is based on some of his most famous works. The composition is divided into four movements, each of which is based on a different Tchaikovsky piece. The first movement is based on the famous Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker. The second movement is based on the melancholic Andante cantabile from String Quartet No. 1. The third movement is based on the lively and energetic Scherzo from Symphony No. 4. The final movement is based on the passionate and dramatic Finale from Symphony No. 5. The piece is characterized by its beautiful melodies, lush harmonies, and virtuosic violin passages. The composers have taken great care to stay true to the original Tchaikovsky pieces while adding their own unique touches. The result is a stunning tribute to one of the greatest composers of all time. Overall, Tchaikovskiana (after Tchaikovsky) is a beautiful and moving composition that showcases the talents of both John Lenehan and Tasmin Little. It is a fitting tribute to the great Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and is sure to be enjoyed by classical music lovers around the world.

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