Composer

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Antonin Dvorák

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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Jan 7, 1882

Publication Date

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1882

First Performance

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Nov 22, 1882

Average_duration

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13:11

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Antonin Dvorák's 'In Nature's Realm' is a symphonic poem that was composed in 1891. It was premiered on November 4, 1891, in Prague, conducted by the composer himself. The piece is the first of a trilogy of symphonic poems that Dvorák composed, which also includes 'Carnival' and 'Othello.' 'In Nature's Realm' is divided into three movements, each of which represents a different aspect of nature. The first movement, titled 'The Water Goblin,' is a dark and brooding piece that depicts the malevolent spirit of a water goblin who lures unsuspecting victims to their deaths in the water. The second movement, titled 'The Noonday Witch,' is a more lighthearted piece that depicts a mother who threatens her child with the arrival of the noonday witch if he does not behave. The third movement, titled 'The Wild Dove,' is a melancholic piece that depicts the mourning of a woman who has lost her lover. The piece is characterized by Dvorák's use of folk melodies and rhythms, which he incorporates into his own unique style. The use of these folk elements gives the piece a distinctly Czech flavor, which was a hallmark of Dvorák's music. The piece also features lush orchestration, with the use of strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion to create a rich and varied sound. Overall, 'In Nature's Realm' is a masterful example of Dvorák's ability to capture the essence of nature in music. The piece is a testament to his skill as a composer and his love of his homeland, and it remains a beloved work in the classical repertoire to this day.

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