Composer

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Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1897

Publication Date

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1898

Average_duration

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9:51

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

'By the Sea, Op. 46' is a symphonic poem composed by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov in 1899. It was premiered on December 3, 1899, in St. Petersburg, Russia, conducted by the composer himself. The piece is divided into three movements, each depicting a different aspect of the sea. The first movement, titled "The Sea and Sinbad's Ship," is based on the story of Sinbad the Sailor from "The Arabian Nights." It begins with a slow, mysterious introduction that gradually builds in intensity as the ship sets sail. The music then becomes more turbulent, depicting the ship's encounter with a storm. The movement ends with a triumphant theme as the ship emerges unscathed. The second movement, "The Story of the Kalender Prince," is also based on a tale from "The Arabian Nights." It begins with a gentle, flowing melody that represents the calm sea. The music then becomes more agitated as the prince's ship is attacked by pirates. The movement ends with a return to the peaceful melody as the prince is rescued. The final movement, "The Young Prince and the Young Princess," is based on a story from "A Thousand and One Nights." It begins with a delicate, romantic theme that represents the young couple. The music then becomes more passionate as their love grows. The movement ends with a grand, triumphant theme as the couple is united. Overall, 'By the Sea, Op. 46' is characterized by Rimsky-Korsakov's use of colorful orchestration and exotic melodies. The piece showcases his skill in creating vivid musical depictions of stories and scenes. It remains a popular work in the orchestral repertoire and is often performed in concert halls around the world.

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