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Frédéric Chopin
Sonata for cello & piano in G minor, Op. 65
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Composer
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Frédéric Chopin
Genre
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Chamber
Style
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Sonata
Compose Date
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1845 - 1846
Publication Date
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1847
Average_duration
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28:00
Movement_count
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4
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Frédéric Chopin's Sonata for cello & piano in G minor, Op. 65, was composed in 1846 and premiered in Paris in February 1847. The sonata consists of four movements: 1. Allegro moderato - The first movement is in sonata form and begins with a dramatic cello solo. The piano then enters with a melancholic melody, and the two instruments engage in a dialogue throughout the movement. The development section is particularly intense, with the cello and piano trading virtuosic passages. 2. Scherzo - The second movement is a lively scherzo in A-flat major. The cello and piano play off each other in a playful and virtuosic manner, with the cello taking the lead in the trio section. 3. Largo - The third movement is a lyrical and introspective Largo in E-flat major. The cello sings a mournful melody over a simple piano accompaniment, and the movement builds to a powerful climax before fading away. 4. Finale: Allegro - The final movement is a fast and energetic Allegro in G minor. The cello and piano engage in a lively dialogue, with both instruments taking turns leading the way. The movement features several virtuosic passages for both instruments, and ends with a triumphant coda. The Sonata for cello & piano in G minor is notable for its emotional depth and technical demands. Chopin's use of the cello as a solo instrument was unusual for the time, and the sonata showcases the instrument's expressive capabilities. The piano part is also highly virtuosic, with Chopin's signature lyrical style on full display. Overall, the sonata is a masterpiece of the Romantic era, and a testament to Chopin's skill as a composer.
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