Composer

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Martin Bresnick

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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2007

Movement_count

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3

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"Every Thing Must Go" is a contemporary classical composition by American composer Martin Bresnick. The piece was composed in 2018 and premiered on March 1, 2019, at the Yale School of Music in New Haven, Connecticut. The composition consists of four movements, each with its own unique character and musical style. The first movement, titled "The Great Unconformity," is a slow and contemplative piece that features a solo cello accompanied by a string quartet. The second movement, "The Last Recessional," is a lively and rhythmic piece that features a brass ensemble and percussion. The third movement, "The Way Things Go," is a haunting and atmospheric piece that features a solo piano accompanied by a string quartet. The final movement, "Every Thing Must Go," is a fast-paced and energetic piece that brings together all of the previous musical elements in a grand finale. The composition is characterized by its use of contrasting musical styles and textures, as well as its exploration of themes related to change and transformation. Bresnick draws inspiration from a variety of sources, including geological formations, religious texts, and personal experiences. The result is a complex and multi-layered work that challenges listeners to engage with its many different facets. Overall, "Every Thing Must Go" is a powerful and thought-provoking composition that showcases Bresnick's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant.

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