Composer

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Hugo Alfvén

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Keyboard

Style

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Suite

Compose Date

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1934

Average_duration

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27:48

Movement_count

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6

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"Synnöve Solbakken, Op. 50, R134" is a symphonic poem composed by Swedish composer Hugo Alfvén. The piece was composed in 1914 and premiered on November 26, 1915, in Stockholm, Sweden. The piece is based on the novel "Synnöve Solbakken" by Norwegian author Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson. The piece is divided into three movements. The first movement, "Synnöve," is a slow and melancholic introduction that sets the tone for the rest of the piece. The second movement, "The Wedding," is a lively and joyful dance that represents the wedding celebration of the main characters in the novel. The third movement, "The Death of Synnöve," is a somber and mournful finale that depicts the tragic death of the main character. The piece is characterized by its use of folk melodies and rhythms, which are a hallmark of Alfvén's style. The opening theme of the piece is a haunting melody played by the strings, which is later developed and expanded upon throughout the piece. The use of brass and percussion in the second movement gives the piece a festive and celebratory feel, while the use of woodwinds and strings in the third movement creates a sense of sadness and mourning. Overall, "Synnöve Solbakken, Op. 50, R134" is a beautiful and emotional piece of music that captures the essence of the novel on which it is based. Alfvén's use of folk melodies and rhythms, combined with his skillful orchestration, make this piece a true masterpiece of Scandinavian music.

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