Raphael: Sonata

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Title

Raphael: Sonata

Subject

Source

http://www.bach-cantatas.com/Lib/Raphael-Gunter.htm

Music Resource Item Type Metadata

Composer

Raphael, Günter (1903-1960).

Gender

Male

Work

Sonata, Op. 46, No. 9. Kassel, GER: Barenreiter.

I   Sehr lebhaft
II  Langsam und ausdrucksvoll
III Mit behaglicher Grazie
IV Saltarello: Ausserst schnell

Duration

9 minutes

Description

Composed in 1954 and formerly published by Willy Müller, the music is always pitch-centric, although twelve-tone row use is prominent, especially in the last two movements. The music is noteworthy for its challenging rhythmic vitality and inventiveness. The full range up to Eb5 is employed.

Discography

Querstand VKJK1220      Werner Mauruschat

Date Range of Work

1954