Adagio, adagio was written in 1993 and is characteristic of Henze's mature style, a curious amalgamation of densely chromatic, spiky modernism and rhythmic complexity leavened by a strong lyrical impulse. It is a study for the composer's Eighth Symphony, which is based on A Midsummer Night's Dream. It's easy to hear Shakespeare's enchanted images expressed in the music.Sima Piano Trio
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Hans Werner Henze
Adagio Adagio for Violin, Cello, and Piano Play
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Adagio, adagio was written in 1993 and is characteristic of Henze's mature style, a curious amalgamation of densely chromatic, spiky modernism and rhythmic complexity leavened by a strong lyrical impulse. It is a study for the composer's Eighth Symphony, which is based on A Midsummer Night's Dream. It's easy to hear Shakespeare's enchanted images expressed in the music. Sima Piano Trio
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