The Planets: A Suite for Orchestra and Organ
GPTKB entity
Statements (55)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:orchestral_music
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| gptkbp:arrangements |
gptkb:organ
various adaptations for different ensembles |
| gptkbp:characteristic |
use of counterpoint
emotional depth complex rhythms thematic development dynamic contrasts programmatic elements use of dissonance rich harmonic language evocative imagery exploration of different moods contrasting sections use of orchestral color dramatic climaxes lyrical passages rhythmic drive varied instrumentation subtle nuances use of silence and space choral elements in Neptune exploration of celestial themes grandiose themes influence of English folk music influence on modern orchestration thematic motifs representing planets use of brass and percussion |
| gptkbp:composer |
gptkb:Gustav_Holst
|
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
featured in films and media
widely performed in concert halls |
| gptkbp:dedicated_to |
gptkb:Adelaide_Holst
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| gptkbp:duration |
approximately 50 minutes
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
film scores
other composers |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:astrology
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| gptkbp:inspired_by |
the planets in the solar system
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| gptkbp:notable_recordings |
gptkb:Royal_Philharmonic_Orchestra
gptkb:London_Symphony_Orchestra gptkb:Boston_Symphony_Orchestra |
| gptkbp:number_of_movements |
seven
|
| gptkbp:performed_by |
gptkb:orchestra
|
| gptkbp:premiere_date |
1918
|
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:Novello_&_Co.
|
| gptkbp:second_movement |
gptkb:Saturn,_the_Bringer_of_Old_Age
gptkb:Venus,_the_Bringer_of_Peace gptkb:Jupiter,_the_Bringer_of_Jollity gptkb:Mars,_the_Bringer_of_War gptkb:Uranus,_the_Magician gptkb:Neptune,_the_Mystic Mercury, the Winged Messenger |
| gptkbp:style |
20th-century classical music
|
| gptkbp:year_composed |
gptkb:1914
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Gustav_Holst
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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