Composer

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Alexander Glazunov

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1887 - 1888

Average_duration

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10:33

Movement_count

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2

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Alexander Glazunov's 'Pieces (2) for cello & orchestra, Op. 20' is a two-movement work that was composed in 1893. The piece was premiered on December 3, 1894, in St. Petersburg, Russia, with Anatoliy Brandukov as the soloist and the composer conducting. The first movement, marked "Moderato," begins with a lyrical cello melody that is accompanied by the orchestra. The theme is then developed and passed between the cello and the orchestra, with the soloist showcasing their virtuosity through various technical passages. The movement ends with a return to the opening theme, played by the cello and accompanied by the orchestra. The second movement, marked "Andante sostenuto," is a beautiful and melancholic piece that showcases the cello's expressive capabilities. The movement begins with a haunting melody played by the cello, accompanied by the orchestra. The theme is then developed and passed between the cello and the orchestra, with the soloist once again demonstrating their technical prowess. The movement ends with a return to the opening theme, played by the cello and accompanied by the orchestra. Glazunov's 'Pieces (2) for cello & orchestra, Op. 20' is characterized by its lyrical melodies, lush orchestration, and virtuosic cello writing. The piece is a testament to Glazunov's skill as a composer and his ability to write music that is both technically challenging and emotionally expressive.

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