Composer

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Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach

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Publication Date

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1989

Average_duration

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10:23

Movement_count

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4

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Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach's 'Kleine Duetten' (4), H. 610-613, Wq. 115, is a set of four duets for two flutes. The work was composed in 1786, during the composer's later years, and was premiered in Hamburg, Germany. The four duets are each comprised of three movements, with a typical performance time of around 10 minutes per duet. The first duet, in G major, features a lively Allegro movement, a slower Andante, and a final Allegro in 6/8 time. The second duet, in D minor, is more melancholic, with a slow Andante in 3/4 time, a faster Allegro in 2/4 time, and a final Allegro in 3/8 time. The third duet, in B-flat major, is more playful, with a lively Allegro, a slower Andante, and a final Allegro in 2/4 time. The fourth and final duet, in A minor, is the most complex, with a slow Andante in 3/4 time, a faster Allegro in 2/4 time, and a final Allegro in 3/8 time. The 'Kleine Duetten' are characterized by their elegant melodies, intricate harmonies, and virtuosic flourishes. The duets showcase Bach's mastery of the flute, as well as his ability to create engaging and expressive music within the constraints of the duet form. The work is a testament to Bach's continued relevance and influence in the classical music world, even in his later years.

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