Composer

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Michael Tippett

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1978 - 1979

Average_duration

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34:19

Movement_count

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5

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The Triple Concerto is a composition for piano trio and orchestra by British composer Michael Tippett. It was composed in 1978 and premiered on 6 April 1980 at the Royal Festival Hall in London, with the composer conducting the London Symphony Orchestra and the trio of violinist Nigel Kennedy, cellist Lynn Harrell, and pianist Mitsuko Uchida. The Triple Concerto is divided into three movements. The first movement, marked Allegro con brio, is characterized by its energetic and rhythmic drive, with the orchestra and trio engaging in a lively dialogue. The second movement, marked Lento, is more introspective and lyrical, with the trio playing a haunting melody over a shimmering orchestral accompaniment. The final movement, marked Allegro vivace, is a lively and playful romp, with the trio and orchestra engaging in a spirited call-and-response. The Triple Concerto is notable for its use of complex rhythms and harmonies, as well as its incorporation of elements of jazz and blues. Tippett was known for his interest in African-American music, and this influence can be heard in the syncopated rhythms and bluesy harmonies of the concerto. The work also showcases Tippett's skill in writing for both soloists and orchestra, with the trio and orchestra engaging in a lively and intricate interplay throughout the piece. Overall, the Triple Concerto is a virtuosic and engaging work that showcases Tippett's unique musical voice. Its premiere was met with critical acclaim, and it has since become a staple of the piano trio repertoire.

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