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S Strauss, Richard 1864 - 1949 · Early 20th century

Japanische Festmusik, Op.84

Op. Festmusik zur Feier des 2600jährigen Bestehens des Kaiserreichs Japan; 紀元二千六百年奉祝 祝典音楽
Early 20th century A major 14 minutes

Dedicated to Seiner Majestät dem Kaiser von Japan (Emperor Hirohito of Japan, 1901–1989).

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Composed
1940/04/22
First published
1941 Berlin: Oertel
Period
Early 20th century
Catalogue
Op.
Dedication
Seiner Majestät dem Kaiser von Japan (Emperor Hirohito of Japan, 1901–1989)
Movements
5

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5 sections:; Meerszene (Seascape); Kirschblütenfest (Cherry Blossom Festival); Vulkanausbruch (Volcanic Eruption); Angriff der Samurai (Attack of the Samurai); Loblied auf den Kaiser (Hymn of the Emperor)

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