Composer

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Leos Janácek

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Character Piece

Compose Date

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1924

Publication Date

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1927 - 1928

Average_duration

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1:59

Leos Janácek's "Pochod Modrácku, JW 7/9" is a march composed in 1926. It was premiered on June 6, 1926, in Brno, Czechoslovakia, by the Modráci, a youth organization that Janácek was associated with. The march is written for a wind band and is in a traditional march form, with a trio section and a coda. The first movement of the march is marked "Moderato" and begins with a fanfare-like introduction played by the brass section. The main theme is then introduced by the woodwinds, which is a simple, catchy melody that is repeated throughout the movement. The second movement is marked "Poco meno mosso" and is more subdued than the first. It features a lyrical melody played by the clarinets and is accompanied by a pulsing rhythm in the lower brass and percussion. The third movement is marked "Allegro" and is the most energetic of the three. It features a lively melody played by the trumpets and is accompanied by a driving rhythm in the percussion section. The trio section of the march is marked "Andante" and is a contrast to the previous movement. It features a beautiful melody played by the woodwinds and is accompanied by a gentle rhythm in the lower brass and percussion. The final movement of the march is marked "Allegro" and is a reprise of the first movement. It features the same catchy melody played by the woodwinds and brass, but with added flourishes and embellishments. The coda of the march is marked "Presto" and is a fast-paced, exciting conclusion to the piece. Overall, "Pochod Modrácku, JW 7/9" is a lively and energetic march that showcases Janácek's skill in writing for wind band. The catchy melodies and driving rhythms make it a popular choice for youth bands and community ensembles.

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