Composer

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Pietro Locatelli

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Publication Date

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1741

Average_duration

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75:13

Movement_count

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24

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Pietro Locatelli's 'Concertos (6) for 4 violins, 2 violas & bass, Op. 7' is a collection of six concertos for string orchestra. The collection was composed in 1721 and premiered in Amsterdam in the same year. The concertos are written in the Baroque style and are characterized by their virtuosic solo passages and complex counterpoint. The collection is divided into six movements, each of which is a standalone concerto. The first movement is in D major and is marked Allegro. The second movement is in G minor and is marked Adagio. The third movement is in D major and is marked Allegro. The fourth movement is in G major and is marked Largo. The fifth movement is in D major and is marked Allegro. The final movement is in G major and is marked Allegro. The concertos are notable for their use of four solo violins and two solo violas, which creates a rich and complex texture. The solo passages are highly virtuosic and require a high level of technical skill from the performers. The concertos also feature complex counterpoint, with each instrument contributing to the overall texture of the music. Locatelli's 'Concertos (6) for 4 violins, 2 violas & bass, Op. 7' is a significant contribution to the Baroque repertoire for string orchestra. The collection showcases Locatelli's skill as a composer and his ability to create complex and engaging music for multiple soloists. The concertos remain popular with performers and audiences today, and are frequently performed in concert halls around the world.

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