Composer

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Gian Francesco Malipiero

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

Compose Date

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1921

Average_duration

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1:26

La Cimarosiana is a composition for orchestra by Gian Francesco Malipiero, an Italian composer, musicologist, and teacher. The piece was composed in 1941 and premiered in Venice on February 22, 1942, by the Orchestra del Teatro La Fenice, conducted by Antonio Guarnieri. La Cimarosiana is a tribute to the Italian composer Domenico Cimarosa, who was a prominent figure in the late 18th century. The piece is divided into three movements, each of which is based on a different theme from Cimarosa's works. The first movement, marked Allegro con brio, is based on the overture to Cimarosa's opera Il matrimonio segreto. The second movement, marked Andantino, is based on the aria "Perdonate, signor mio" from the same opera. The third movement, marked Allegro vivace, is based on the overture to Cimarosa's opera L'italiana in Londra. La Cimarosiana is characterized by its lively and energetic rhythms, bright orchestration, and playful melodies. The first movement is marked by its driving rhythms and bold brass fanfares, while the second movement is more lyrical and introspective, featuring a solo oboe and delicate string textures. The third movement is a lively and exuberant finale, featuring rapid-fire string runs and playful woodwind melodies. Overall, La Cimarosiana is a charming and engaging tribute to one of Italy's most beloved composers. Its lively rhythms and playful melodies make it a popular choice for orchestral concerts and recordings.

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