Composer

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Gioachino Rossini

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

Compose Date

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ca. 1809

Average_duration

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7:27

Gioachino Rossini's 'Grand'overtura obbligata a contrabbasso in D major' is a composition for double bass and orchestra. It was composed in 1824 and premiered in the same year in Naples, Italy. The piece consists of three movements: Allegro, Andante, and Allegro. The first movement, Allegro, is characterized by its lively and energetic tempo. The double bass takes center stage, with the orchestra providing a supportive and complementary role. The movement features a number of virtuosic passages for the soloist, showcasing the technical capabilities of the instrument. The second movement, Andante, is a slower and more contemplative piece. The double bass takes on a more melodic role, with the orchestra providing a gentle accompaniment. The movement is marked by its lyrical and expressive qualities, with the soloist demonstrating their ability to convey emotion through their playing. The final movement, Allegro, returns to the lively and energetic tempo of the first movement. The double bass once again takes center stage, with the orchestra providing a supportive and complementary role. The movement features a number of virtuosic passages for the soloist, building to a thrilling and triumphant conclusion. Overall, Rossini's 'Grand'overtura obbligata a contrabbasso in D major' is a showcase for the double bass, demonstrating the instrument's technical capabilities and expressive potential. The piece is characterized by its lively and energetic tempo, lyrical and expressive qualities, and virtuosic passages for the soloist.

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