Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1786

Average_duration

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1:20

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed the 'Duo for 2 horns No. 10 in C major, K. 487/10 (496a/10)' in Vienna in 1786. The piece was premiered on April 3, 1786, at the Burgtheater in Vienna, Austria. The duo is one of the six horn duos that Mozart composed for his friend, Joseph Leutgeb, who was a horn player in the court orchestra. The 'Duo for 2 horns No. 10 in C major' consists of three movements. The first movement is in sonata form and is marked Allegro. The movement begins with a lively and energetic theme played by both horns in unison. The theme is then developed and expanded upon throughout the movement, with each horn taking turns playing the melody and accompanying the other. The movement ends with a recapitulation of the main theme. The second movement is marked Andante and is in a simple ABA form. The movement is a beautiful and lyrical melody played by both horns in harmony. The middle section of the movement is in a minor key and provides a contrast to the peaceful and serene opening and closing sections. The final movement is marked Rondo and is in a lively and playful character. The movement begins with a catchy and memorable theme played by both horns in unison. The theme is then developed and expanded upon throughout the movement, with each horn taking turns playing the melody and accompanying the other. The movement ends with a coda that brings the piece to a satisfying close. The 'Duo for 2 horns No. 10 in C major' is a charming and delightful piece that showcases Mozart's skill in writing for the horn. The piece is characterized by its lively and energetic themes, beautiful and lyrical melodies, and playful and catchy rhythms. The piece is also notable for its use of harmony and counterpoint, which adds depth and complexity to the music. Overall, the 'Duo for 2 horns No. 10 in C major' is a wonderful example of Mozart's mastery of the classical style and his ability to write music that is both technically challenging and musically satisfying.

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