Composer

:

Carl Nielsen

Genre

:

Vocal

Style

:

Vocal Music

Compose Date

:

1913 - 1914

Average_duration

:

1:58

"Look Out One Summer Day" is a composition by Danish composer Carl Nielsen, written in 1917. It was premiered on August 26, 1917, in Copenhagen, Denmark, by the Royal Danish Orchestra under the direction of Georg Høeberg. The piece is part of Nielsen's "Five Pieces for String Orchestra," also known as "Little Suite for Strings," which was composed during the summer of 1917. "Look Out One Summer Day" is the fifth and final movement of the suite. It is a lively and playful piece, characterized by its use of folk-like melodies and dance rhythms. The movement begins with a jaunty theme played by the violins, which is then passed around the orchestra. The middle section of the piece features a slower, more lyrical melody, which is then developed and expanded upon. The movement ends with a return to the lively opening theme, bringing the suite to a joyful and energetic conclusion. Overall, "Look Out One Summer Day" is a prime example of Nielsen's unique style, which blends elements of traditional Danish folk music with modernist techniques. The piece is notable for its use of shifting meters and harmonies, as well as its playful and lighthearted tone. It is a beloved work in the string orchestra repertoire and continues to be performed and enjoyed by audiences around the world.

More....