Composer

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Bernd Richard Deutsch

Genre

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Concerto

Average_duration

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29:56

Movement_count

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4

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'Okeanos' is a contemporary orchestral work composed by Bernd Richard Deutsch in 2014. The piece was premiered on October 23, 2014, by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of conductor Franz Welser-Möst. The composition is divided into three movements, each of which represents a different aspect of the ocean. The first movement, titled "The Surface of the Sea," is characterized by a frenetic and chaotic energy that evokes the tumultuous waves of the ocean's surface. The music is marked by rapid, staccato rhythms and dissonant harmonies that create a sense of tension and unease. The second movement, "The Depths of the Sea," is a slower and more contemplative section that explores the mysterious and otherworldly qualities of the ocean's depths. The music is marked by long, sustained notes and ethereal harmonies that create a sense of vastness and depth. The final movement, "The Creatures of the Sea," is a lively and playful section that celebrates the diverse and colorful life that inhabits the ocean. The music is marked by lively rhythms and playful melodies that evoke the movement and energy of sea creatures. Overall, 'Okeanos' is a dynamic and evocative work that captures the many moods and qualities of the ocean. Deutsch's use of dissonant harmonies and unconventional rhythms creates a sense of tension and unpredictability that mirrors the ever-changing nature of the sea. At the same time, the work's more contemplative and playful sections offer moments of beauty and wonder that reflect the ocean's many mysteries and delights.

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