Composer

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Carlos Salzedo

Genre

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Chamber

Compose Date

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1910

Average_duration

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7:13

Piece Concertante, Op. 27 is a harp concerto composed by Carlos Salzedo, a French harpist and composer of Spanish descent. The piece was composed in 1929 and premiered on January 17, 1930, in Paris, France. The concerto is divided into three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, marked Allegro moderato, begins with a lively and rhythmic theme played by the orchestra. The harp enters with a virtuosic cadenza, showcasing the instrument's technical capabilities. The movement features a call-and-response between the harp and orchestra, with the harp often playing rapid arpeggios and glissandos. The movement ends with a triumphant restatement of the opening theme. The second movement, marked Adagio, is a lyrical and expressive contrast to the first. The harp plays a mournful melody, accompanied by the strings. The movement features lush harmonies and a sense of longing, with the harp often playing in its lower register. The movement ends with a quiet and introspective coda. The third movement, marked Allegro vivace, is a lively and energetic finale. The movement begins with a playful theme played by the harp, which is then taken up by the orchestra. The movement features a lively and syncopated rhythm, with the harp often playing rapid scales and arpeggios. The movement ends with a virtuosic cadenza for the harp, followed by a triumphant restatement of the opening theme. Overall, Piece Concertante, Op. 27 is a showcase for the harp's technical capabilities and expressive range. The concerto features a variety of moods and styles, from the lively and rhythmic first movement to the mournful and lyrical second movement to the energetic and playful finale. The piece is a testament to Salzedo's skill as both a composer and a harpist, and remains a popular work in the harp repertoire.

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