Composer

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Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach

Genre

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Concerto

Style

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Concerto

Compose Date

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1750

Publication Date

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1893

Average_duration

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23:52

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

The Concerto for flute in A minor, H. 431, Wq. 166, was composed by Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach in 1752. It premiered in Berlin, Germany, in the same year. The concerto consists of three movements: Allegro assai, Andante, and Allegro di molto. The first movement, Allegro assai, is in sonata form and begins with a lively and energetic theme played by the orchestra. The flute enters with a virtuosic solo, showcasing the instrument's agility and range. The movement features a dialogue between the flute and the orchestra, with the flute often leading the way. The development section explores new harmonies and textures, and the movement ends with a recapitulation of the main theme. The second movement, Andante, is a lyrical and expressive aria. The flute plays a beautiful melody accompanied by the strings, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The middle section features a more dramatic and intense theme, but the movement ends with a return to the peaceful opening theme. The final movement, Allegro di molto, is a lively and playful dance. The flute and orchestra engage in a lively conversation, with the flute often playing rapid runs and trills. The movement features a variety of themes and textures, and the flute and orchestra engage in a lively dialogue throughout. The concerto is characterized by its virtuosic flute writing, expressive melodies, and lively rhythms. It showcases the flute's versatility and range, and is a popular work in the flute repertoire.

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