Composer

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Eugène Ysaÿe

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Sonata

Compose Date

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1924

Average_duration

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11:44

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

The 'Sonata for solo violin No. 4 in E minor, Op. 27/4' is a composition by Belgian violinist and composer Eugène Ysaÿe. It was composed in 1923 and premiered the same year in Brussels. The sonata is divided into four movements, each dedicated to a different violinist. The first movement, Allemanda, is dedicated to Fritz Kreisler. It is a lively and energetic movement, with a strong sense of rhythm and a virtuosic violin part. The second movement, Sarabande, is dedicated to Mathieu Crickboom. It is a slower, more contemplative movement, with a lyrical melody and a rich harmonic language. The third movement, Finale, is dedicated to Jacques Thibaud. It is a fast and furious movement, with a driving rhythm and a complex, highly technical violin part. The final movement, Gigue, is dedicated to Manuel Quiroga. It is a lively and playful movement, with a dance-like rhythm and a light-hearted, joyful character. The 'Sonata for solo violin No. 4 in E minor, Op. 27/4' is a challenging and demanding work, both technically and musically. It showcases Ysaÿe's mastery of the violin and his ability to create music that is both virtuosic and expressive. The sonata is notable for its use of complex harmonies, unusual rhythms, and intricate counterpoint, as well as its innovative use of the violin as a solo instrument. Overall, it is a masterpiece of the solo violin repertoire, and a testament to Ysaÿe's skill as a composer and performer.

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