Grieg and Violins

An Immersion into the String Orchestra

Authors

  • Rytis Urniežius Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy, Lithuania

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.4312/mz.57.2.83-103

Keywords:

Edvard Grieg, string orchestra, orchestral miniatures, two-movement cycles, orchestration

Abstract

Violin was Edvard Grieg’s favourite orchestral instrument. This affinity expanded to other string family instruments and a string orchestra. The article aims to characterise Grieg’s two-movement cycles of miniatures for string orchestra, emphasizing the features of their orchestration. The analysis revealed that these cycles should be considered as original and creative orchestral compositions where the composer efficiently employs the possibilities of string instruments.

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Published

28. 12. 2021

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How to Cite

Urniežius, R. (2021). Grieg and Violins: An Immersion into the String Orchestra. Musicological Annual, 57(2), 83-103. https://doi.org/10.4312/mz.57.2.83-103