Composer

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Eivind Buene

Genre

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Orchestral

Compose Date

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2009-2016

Average_duration

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9:23

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

"Miniatures for ensemble" is a contemporary classical composition by Norwegian composer Eivind Buene. The piece was composed in 2005 and premiered on October 27th of the same year at the Ultima Oslo Contemporary Music Festival. The composition consists of six short movements, each lasting between one and two minutes. The movements are titled "Prelude," "Scherzo," "Intermezzo," "Sarabande," "Gigue," and "Postlude." The overall character of the piece is playful and whimsical, with a sense of lightness and humor. The use of unconventional instrumentation, such as toy pianos and melodicas, adds to the playful nature of the piece. The first movement, "Prelude," sets the tone for the piece with a light and airy melody played by the flute and clarinet. The second movement, "Scherzo," is fast-paced and energetic, with a sense of urgency and excitement. The third movement, "Intermezzo," is more subdued and introspective, with a melancholic melody played by the strings. The fourth movement, "Sarabande," is slow and stately, with a sense of grandeur and elegance. The fifth movement, "Gigue," is lively and dance-like, with a playful melody played by the toy piano. The final movement, "Postlude," brings the piece to a close with a reprise of the opening melody, bringing the piece full circle. Overall, "Miniatures for ensemble" is a charming and delightful composition that showcases Buene's skill as a composer. The use of unconventional instrumentation and playful melodies make it a unique and memorable piece of contemporary classical music.

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