Composer

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Dmitry Kabalevsky

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1975

Average_duration

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12:48

Movement_count

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3

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Dmitry Kabalevsky's Piano Concerto No. 4 Prague, Op. 99 was composed in 1952 and premiered on October 23, 1953, in Prague, Czechoslovakia. The concerto is divided into three movements and is approximately 25 minutes in length. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, begins with a lively and rhythmic theme introduced by the orchestra. The piano enters with a virtuosic solo passage, leading to a lyrical second theme. The movement features a dialogue between the piano and orchestra, with the piano often taking on a more accompanimental role. The movement ends with a cadenza-like passage for the piano. The second movement, marked Andante con moto, is a lyrical and expressive theme and variations. The piano introduces the theme, which is then developed and varied by the orchestra. The piano takes on a more prominent role in the variations, showcasing Kabalevsky's gift for melody and lyricism. The final movement, marked Allegro vivace, is a lively and energetic rondo. The piano and orchestra engage in a playful and virtuosic dialogue, with the piano often leading the way. The movement features a memorable and catchy main theme, which is developed and varied throughout the movement. The concerto ends with a brilliant and exciting coda. Kabalevsky's Piano Concerto No. 4 Prague is characterized by its lyrical melodies, rhythmic vitality, and virtuosic piano writing. The concerto showcases Kabalevsky's ability to write music that is both accessible and engaging, while also demonstrating his technical mastery of the piano and orchestration. The concerto remains a popular work in the piano concerto repertoire.

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