Composer

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Clemens Gadenstätter

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1966

Average_duration

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59:11

Movement_count

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10

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"Comic Sense" is a contemporary classical composition by Austrian composer Clemens Gadenstätter. The piece was composed in 2013 and premiered on October 25th of the same year at the Wien Modern Festival in Vienna, Austria. The composition consists of three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, titled "Fast," is characterized by its frenetic pace and complex rhythms. The second movement, titled "Slow," is much more subdued and introspective, with long, sustained notes and a more contemplative mood. The final movement, titled "Very Fast," returns to the frenzied energy of the first movement, with rapid-fire rhythms and intricate melodic lines. One of the most notable characteristics of "Comic Sense" is its use of extended techniques, such as multiphonics and microtonal intervals. These techniques allow the composer to create a wide range of sounds and textures, adding to the overall complexity and richness of the piece. Additionally, the composition features a wide range of instrumental colors, with each instrument in the ensemble contributing its own unique timbre and tone. Despite its title, "Comic Sense" is not a lighthearted or humorous composition. Instead, it explores the complex and often contradictory nature of human emotions, with moments of tension and conflict juxtaposed against moments of introspection and reflection. The piece is a testament to Gadenstätter's skill as a composer, and his ability to create music that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant.

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