Composer

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Michael Tippett

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

Compose Date

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1991 - 1993

Average_duration

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29:41

Movement_count

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12

Movement ....

"The Rose Lake" is a symphonic work composed by Michael Tippett in 1991. It was commissioned by the BBC Proms and premiered on August 17, 1991, at the Royal Albert Hall in London, conducted by Andrew Davis. The piece is divided into three movements, each of which is inspired by a different painting by the British artist, Turner. The first movement, "The Dark Cloud," is based on Turner's painting of the same name. It begins with a somber, brooding theme in the low strings, which gradually builds in intensity as the rest of the orchestra joins in. The music is characterized by its dark, ominous tone, with dissonant harmonies and jagged rhythms. The second movement, "The Rose Lake," is based on Turner's painting of a tranquil lake surrounded by roses. The music is much more serene and lyrical than the first movement, with a gentle, flowing melody in the strings accompanied by delicate woodwind and harp solos. The overall effect is one of peacefulness and beauty, with a sense of stillness and calm. The final movement, "The Dazzled Eye Lost Its Way," is based on Turner's painting of the same name. It is the most complex and challenging of the three movements, with a frenetic, almost chaotic energy. The music is characterized by its rapid, shifting rhythms and dissonant harmonies, with sudden bursts of brass and percussion adding to the sense of excitement and confusion. Overall, "The Rose Lake" is a powerful and evocative work that showcases Tippett's skill as a composer. It is a testament to his ability to draw inspiration from a variety of sources, from visual art to literature and philosophy, and to translate those ideas into music that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally engaging.

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