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Jørgen Bentzon
Divertimento in One Movement for String Trio, Op.2
Jørgen Bentzon (1897-1951) was born in Copenhagen. He studied compositon with Carl Nielsen at the Royal Danish Conservatory and then with Sigrid Karg-Elert in Leipzig. He also took a degree in law and pursued a dual career as a composer and lawyer, active in Danish politics as they applied to the study of music..
His Divertimento for String Trio was composed in 1921 while he was studying with Carl Nielsen. Although in one movement, there are three sections. It opens with a powerful Allegro. This is followed by a diffident Adagio played with mutes on. Another Allegro then follows to conclude. The work is tonal in the way that Carl Nielsen's later works are and Nielsen's influence can be heard throughout.
Although trio does not present any unusual technical difficulties and can be recommended for concert performance and to experienced amateur players.
Parts: $12.95
