Composer

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Ton Bruynèl

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1984

Average_duration

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10:32

Continuation is a contemporary classical composition by Dutch composer Ton Bruynèl. It was composed in 1986 and premiered on November 14th of the same year at the Muziekcentrum Vredenburg in Utrecht, Netherlands. The piece is divided into three movements and is characterized by its use of electronic and acoustic instruments. The first movement, titled "Continuation I," begins with a series of electronic sounds that gradually build in intensity. These sounds are then joined by a solo violin, which plays a series of dissonant, angular melodies. The violin and electronics continue to interact throughout the movement, with the violin sometimes taking on a more melodic role and at other times serving as a counterpoint to the electronic sounds. The second movement, "Continuation II," is more subdued than the first. It features a solo cello playing long, sustained notes that are accompanied by a series of electronic drones and pulses. The cello and electronics create a sense of tension and release, with the cello sometimes breaking free from the electronic sounds and at other times merging with them. The final movement, "Continuation III," is the most complex of the three. It features a full ensemble of acoustic and electronic instruments, including strings, woodwinds, percussion, and synthesizers. The movement is characterized by its use of complex rhythms and textures, with the different instruments weaving in and out of each other to create a dense, layered sound. Overall, Continuation is a challenging and innovative work that showcases Bruynèl's skill as a composer and his willingness to experiment with different sounds and textures. Its use of electronic and acoustic instruments creates a unique sonic landscape that is both modern and timeless.

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