Richard Strauss (1864-1949) was deeply inspired by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791). This fascination began early in his life — thanks to his father, the virtuoso horn player Franz Strauss, who was a great admirer of Mozart. Franz was also Richard's first music teacher, and his early works reflected his father's musical preferences. Strauss' love for Mozart's music for wind instruments is especially evident in early works such as Serenade Op. 7 (1881) and Suite Op. 4 (1884), as well as later works like his two Sonatinas for 16 wind instruments.
The second Sonatina, Fr?hliche Werkstatt, was written under dramatic circumstances towards the end of WWII and is a symphonic composition in four movements. The instrumentation is inspired by Mozart’s Gran Partita, but expands with additional instruments and a more complex sound. The work is dedicated to "the immortal spirit of Mozart, at the end of a life filled with gratitude".
In this concert, the audience will also hear Mozart’s Serenade for Winds KV375, where the similarities between his and Strauss’ styles become clear, particularly in how both composers incorporate song-like melodies into the texture and manage to give each instrument a distinct character. Mozart’s work looks back to an older musical tradition, just as Strauss’ Sonatine reflects a rich life in music.
Programme
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Serenade in E flat major, KV375- Allegro maestoso
- Menuetto – Trio
- Adagio
- Menuetto – Trio
- Finale: Allegro
- Richard Strauss (1864-1949)
Sonatine nr. 2 in E flat major, “Fr?hliche Verkstatt”- Allegro con brio
- Andantino, sehr gem?chlich
- Menuett. Etwas lebhaft – Cantabile – Tempo primo
- Einleitung. Andante – Allegro
Tickets
Practical information
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About the University Aula
On Universitetsplassen in the center of Oslo, there are three beautiful old buildings, and Domus Media is located in the middle. Inside this building is the Aula. The University of Oslo's prestigious banquet hall has been hosting art and cultural experiences for over 100 years, and some of our best performers are still on stage here. The program in the Aula also includes lectures, literary conversations, and "Open Aula". Here, you can explore the 11 original Munch paintings that adorn the hall.
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