Composer

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Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach

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Compose Date

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1766

Publication Date

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1770

Movement_count

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3

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Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach's Sinfonie in F major, H. 227, Wq. 122/5 (arrangement of H. 656) is a symphony in four movements. It was composed in 1773 and premiered in Hamburg, Germany. The first movement, marked Allegro di molto, is in sonata form and begins with a lively and energetic theme played by the strings. The second theme is more lyrical and is introduced by the woodwinds. The development section explores both themes and leads to a recapitulation of the opening material. The second movement, marked Largo, is a slow and expressive aria-like piece. The strings play a simple and melancholic melody while the woodwinds provide a delicate accompaniment. The third movement, marked Presto, is a playful and light-hearted scherzo. The strings and woodwinds alternate in a lively and syncopated theme. The trio section features a more lyrical melody played by the woodwinds. The final movement, marked Allegro assai, is a fast and energetic rondo. The main theme is introduced by the strings and is followed by a series of contrasting episodes. The symphony ends with a lively coda that brings the work to a thrilling conclusion. Overall, the Sinfonie in F major is a prime example of Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach's mature style. It features his characteristic use of unexpected harmonies, expressive melodies, and lively rhythms. The work is also notable for its use of orchestration, with the woodwinds playing a prominent role throughout the symphony.

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