| 49067 | SYMPHONY IN d: 1st movement |
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| Franck (Arr. Leidig, Vernon) |  Score
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| Category: Full Orchestra |
| Grade: Medium |
| Instrumentation: 2.1.2(+1).1/2.3.3.1,timp,3 perc,(AT sax),str=8.8.5.5.5 |
| Description: Cesar Franck's Symphony in D Minor is one of the favorites in the symphonic repetoire. The symphony opens with a Lento, a majestic introduction in which the principle subject of the movement is stated by the basses, a theme curiously reminiscent of a motive from Wagner. The Lento builds great dramatic suspense, growing in intensity and mystery until finally, the Allegro bursts forth triumphantly. Harmonically, today's listener is still charmed with Franck's chromaticism and his fluid use of tonaiity. From the melodic viewpoint, Franck's melodies are gorgeous and satisfying. |