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September 10, 2025

The ballad genre for violin and piano in the work of composers from the Republic of Moldova

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The ballad genre exhibits significant similarities among composers from Moldova in the late 20th century, emphasizing cantilena melody.
Key techniques include the use of major-minor chords and a rhythmic organization that merges regular accentuation with improvisation.
Violin and piano roles are clear, with the violin carrying the melody and the piano primarily providing accompaniment.
Differences arise from composers' stylistic preferences, linking works to neo-folklore and earlier influences like Enescu and Porumbescu.

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This article uncovers significant examples of the ballad genre in Moldova, highlighting melodic and harmonic similarities.

Olga Vlaicu (2024) studied this question.

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