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SKU: A0.1323145
Composed by Steve Dekker. Contemporary. 25 pages. Linden Brass Press Inc. #911412. Published by Linden Brass Press Inc. (A0.1323145).Experiment #1 for Brass Quintet
Two Trumpets (Bb), Horn (F), Trombone, Tuba
Level: 4/5 (Colg→Univ)
The composer combines lyrical heroism with jazzy rhythms to create a beautiful and approachable work for brass. An effective technique used is to punctuate the music with periodic silences or unison moments. There are a few quasi-Penny Lane measures for first trumpet midway through, followed by some nice tuba solos, then the piece ends with an appropriately "What if...?" feeling!
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Performance Notes:
Experiment #1 is an original composition written for brass quintet. This composition was inspired by a curiosity to explore the different instrument sounds available in music notation software. As a result, this piece was originally written for synths, keyboards, bass and drums. After completing the piece, I found the sounds and instrumentation lacked warmth and character. Ultimately, I liked the piece and decided the "experiment" would be to score it for brass quintet and see what happens.
There are three basic themes or sections utilized in Experiment #1. The themes/sections move from heroic to the contemporary and culminate in a recapitulation of the "hero" theme. An eighth-note ostinato statement acts as a recurring motif connecting each section. The various themes are spread across the quintet with a variety of textures and contrapuntal devices serving to further elevate the composition.
Run time is 4:48.
...Steve Dekker
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