Sinfonietta (Roussel)
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Sinfonietta, Op. 52, is a small symphony for string orchestra by Albert Roussel composed in 1934. It was premiered on 19 November 1934 by the Orchestre féminin de Paris, conducted by Jane Evrard. It was written at the same time as his fourth symphony.[1] The first movement is in sonata form.[2]
- Allegro molto
- Andante
- Allegro
The work typically lasts eight minutes.
