Composer

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Jorge Villavicencio Grossmann

Genre

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Chamber

Compose Date

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2016

Average_duration

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16:57

'Da Lontano' is a contemporary classical composition by Jorge Villavicencio Grossmann, a Peruvian-American composer. The piece was composed in 2012 and premiered on March 1, 2013, by the Boston Modern Orchestra Project, conducted by Gil Rose. The composition consists of three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement, titled "Lontano," is marked by a slow and contemplative pace, with long, sustained notes and a sense of distance and longing. The second movement, "Veloce," is much faster and more energetic, with rapid-fire rhythms and intricate melodic lines. The final movement, "Luminoso," is marked by a bright and radiant quality, with shimmering textures and a sense of joy and celebration. Throughout the piece, Grossmann employs a wide range of orchestral colors and textures, using the full range of the orchestra to create a rich and varied sonic landscape. He also incorporates elements of traditional Peruvian music, such as the use of panpipes and other indigenous instruments, into the composition, giving it a unique and distinctive flavor. Overall, 'Da Lontano' is a powerful and evocative work that showcases Grossmann's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both deeply emotional and intellectually engaging. Its premiere was met with critical acclaim, and it has since become a staple of the contemporary classical repertoire.

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