Composer

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Carl Maria von Weber

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Incidental Music

Compose Date

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1820

Publication Date

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1821

First Performance

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Mar 14, 1821

Average_duration

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7:32

Movement_count

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15

Movement ....

"Preciosa, J. 279, Op. 78" is a three-movement work composed by Carl Maria von Weber in 1821. The piece was written as incidental music for a play of the same name by Pius Alexander Wolff, which premiered in Berlin on April 14, 1821. The play was based on a Spanish story and set in Andalusia, and Weber's music reflects this setting with its use of Spanish rhythms and melodies. The first movement, titled "Overture," is a lively and energetic piece that sets the tone for the play. It begins with a fanfare-like introduction, followed by a fast and rhythmic section that features a prominent use of castanets. The middle section of the movement is slower and more lyrical, with a beautiful melody played by the strings. The movement ends with a return to the fast and lively opening theme. The second movement, titled "Entr'acte," is a short and sweet piece that features a solo guitar. The guitar plays a simple melody accompanied by the strings, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere. This movement is often performed separately from the rest of the work and has become a popular piece in its own right. The third and final movement, titled "Bolero," is a lively and rhythmic dance that features a prominent use of castanets and tambourines. The movement begins with a fast and energetic theme played by the strings, which is then taken up by the woodwinds and brass. The middle section of the movement is slower and more lyrical, with a beautiful melody played by the strings. The movement ends with a return to the fast and lively opening theme, bringing the work to a thrilling conclusion. Overall, "Preciosa, J. 279, Op. 78" is a lively and colorful work that showcases Weber's skill at incorporating Spanish rhythms and melodies into his music.

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