Composer

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Joseph Marx

Genre

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Symphony

Compose Date

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1920-November 21, 1921

First Performance

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February 5, 1922

Average_duration

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01:06:55

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Eine Herbstsymphonie (Autumn Symphony) is a four-movement symphony composed by Austrian composer Joseph Marx. The symphony was completed in 1922 and premiered on October 28, 1923, in Graz, Austria, conducted by the composer himself. The first movement, marked "Sehr mäßig bewegt" (Very moderately moving), begins with a melancholic and introspective theme played by the strings. The theme is then developed and expanded upon by the woodwinds and brass, creating a sense of tension and anticipation. The movement ends with a return to the original theme, played softly by the strings. The second movement, marked "Sehr langsam und ausdrucksvoll" (Very slow and expressive), is a lyrical and introspective adagio. The movement features a beautiful melody played by the strings, which is then taken up by the woodwinds and brass. The movement ends with a return to the original melody, played softly by the strings. The third movement, marked "Sehr rasch und feurig" (Very fast and fiery), is a lively and energetic scherzo. The movement features a playful and rhythmic theme played by the woodwinds, which is then developed and expanded upon by the brass and strings. The movement ends with a return to the original theme, played by the woodwinds. The fourth and final movement, marked "Sehr langsam und feierlich" (Very slow and solemn), is a majestic and grand finale. The movement features a powerful and majestic theme played by the brass, which is then taken up by the strings and woodwinds. The movement builds to a climactic conclusion, with the full orchestra playing the majestic theme. Eine Herbstsymphonie is characterized by its lush and romantic melodies, rich harmonies, and colorful orchestration. The symphony is a beautiful and evocative portrayal of the autumn season, with its melancholic introspection, lyrical beauty, and fiery energy.

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