Composer

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Gustav Holst

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Suite

Compose Date

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1899 - 1912

Average_duration

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19:14

Movement_count

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4

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Gustav Holst's 'Suite de ballet in E flat major, Op. 10, H. 43' was composed in 1899-1900 and premiered on March 22, 1900, at the Royal College of Music in London. The suite consists of five movements: 'Jig', 'Tambourine', 'Bolero', 'Waltz', and 'Molto vivace'. The 'Jig' is a lively and energetic dance in compound meter, featuring a playful melody and intricate rhythms. The 'Tambourine' is a fast-paced movement with a prominent percussion part, evoking the sound of the titular instrument. The 'Bolero' is a slow and sensual dance, characterized by a seductive melody and a steady, repetitive rhythm. The 'Waltz' is a graceful and elegant dance in triple meter, featuring a sweeping melody and a lilting rhythm. The final movement, 'Molto vivace', is a lively and exuberant dance in compound meter, featuring a virtuosic violin solo and a driving rhythm. The 'Suite de ballet' showcases Holst's skillful orchestration and his ability to evoke a variety of moods and emotions through music. The suite is notable for its use of folk-inspired melodies and rhythms, as well as its incorporation of percussion instruments such as the tambourine and triangle. The suite also demonstrates Holst's interest in exploring different musical styles and genres, foreshadowing his later experimentation with non-Western musical traditions. Overall, the 'Suite de ballet in E flat major, Op. 10, H. 43' is a charming and engaging work that showcases Holst's early talent as a composer.

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