THE STYLE, ANALYSIS, AND PERFORMANCE PRACTICES OF LAS CUATRO ESTACIONES PORTEÑAS BY ASTOR PIAZZOLLA, ARRANGED BY LEONID DESYATNIKOV

Abstract

This research study mainly focuses on Leonid Desyatnikov’s version of Four Seasons for solo violin and string orchestra, an arrangement of Astor Piazzolla’s renowned tango-style chamber music. Desyatnikov’s music retains the classical music structure while incorporating tango elements inspired by Piazzolla, and this piece enriches the repertoire of modern violin music and makes an outstanding contribution to the development of violin music. This document includes an analysis of the work’s musical structures, stylistic elements, and different classical and modern violin techniques. Besides, it combines a comparative evaluation of performances by five renowned violinists to offer musical ideas and practical guidance for interpreting and mastering this significant violin piece.