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What instrument's concerto by Barber featured modern elements in 1945?

  • Violin

  • Piano

  • Cello

  • Flute

Answer

The Cello Concerto by Samuel Barber, premiered in 1945, broke new ground by incorporating innovative and unusual musical elements at the time. It challenged traditional concerto structures and featured extended techniques like pizzicato harmonics, col legno, and a wide range of instrumental colors, creating a unique and distinctive sound that set it apart from previous concertos.
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