The Orkney Symphony No. 9

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:orchestra
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:David_Maxwell_Davies
gptkbp:characteristics rhythmic complexity
dynamic contrasts
lyrical themes
orchestral color
use of folk elements
gptkbp:composer gptkb:Peter_Maxwell_Davies
gptkbp:critical_reception well-received
gptkbp:cultural_significance represents Orkney heritage
gptkbp:dedication gptkb:Orkney_Islands
gptkbp:duration approximately 30 minutes
gptkbp:filming_location gptkb:Orkney
gptkbp:first_performance conducted by Peter Maxwell Davies
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Orkney Symphony No. 9
gptkbp:influenced modern symphonic repertoire
gptkbp:influenced_by European classical traditions
traditional Orkney music
gptkbp:influences Scottish culture
gptkbp:inspired_by Orkney landscape
gptkbp:is_available_in sheet music
gptkbp:movement gptkb:5
gptkbp:notable_features gptkb:organization
cultural references
emotional depth
emphasis on nature
complex rhythms
thematic development
spiritual elements
cultural storytelling
vocal elements
expressive melodies
historical references
dramatic contrasts
use of silence
percussive elements
orchestral dialogue
contrapuntal techniques
evocative imagery
textural variety
innovative structure
lyrical passages
thematic motifs
harmonic exploration
sonic exploration
gptkbp:notable_performance gptkb:Scottish_Chamber_Orchestra
gptkbp:notable_recordings available on CD
gptkbp:orchestration gptkb:orchestra
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Davies'_symphonic_works
gptkbp:performed_by gptkb:festival
gptkb:sports_event
various orchestras
gptkbp:premiere_date gptkb:1997
gptkbp:published_by gptkb:Novello_&_Company
gptkbp:recorded_by gptkb:Chandos_Records
gptkbp:style contemporary classical
gptkbp:year_composed gptkb:1997