Composer

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Leos Janácek

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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ca. 1892 - 1901

Publication Date

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ca. 1892 - 1901

Average_duration

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1:23

Pérecko, JW 5/2/19 is a chamber work composed by the Czech composer Leos Janácek. The piece was composed in 1928 and premiered on January 21, 1929, in Brno, Czechoslovakia. The work is scored for flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, and piano. The piece is divided into three movements. The first movement, marked Con moto, begins with a lively and rhythmic theme played by the piano. The winds then enter with a playful and syncopated melody. The movement is characterized by its lively and energetic rhythms, as well as its use of syncopation and irregular meters. The second movement, marked Adagio, is a slow and contemplative piece. The winds play a mournful melody over a gentle accompaniment by the piano. The movement is characterized by its expressive and lyrical melodies, as well as its use of chromatic harmonies. The final movement, marked Allegro, is a fast and lively piece. The winds and piano play a series of playful and energetic themes, with the piano often taking the lead. The movement is characterized by its lively and rhythmic melodies, as well as its use of irregular meters and syncopation. Overall, Pérecko, JW 5/2/19 is a lively and energetic chamber work that showcases Janácek's skillful use of rhythm and melody. The piece is notable for its use of irregular meters and syncopation, as well as its expressive and lyrical melodies.

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