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Title	Lignum
Article no.	10033021
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Rhapsody
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Germany (de)
Publisher *	Rundel Musikverlag GmbH
Publisher's article no. *	MVSR 3438
Year of publication	2017
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Composer	Kraas, Thiemo
Difficulty level	4
Evaluation level of countries	D3 (German medium level)
Duration	4:57
Additional info/contents	1. "Das Lieben bringt groß' Freud" Melodie & Text: Friedrich Silcher (1827) 2. "Ich weiß nicht was soll es bedeuten" (Loreley/Lorelei) Melodie: Friedrich Silcher (1838) & Text: Heinrich Heine (1823) If you look up the Latin word Lignum in a dictionary, you find the word “wood”. But there is also another, more poetic meaning: the tree. The tree has always been a symbol of life, it is a manifestation of strength, tradition, growth and continuity. Those features also go for many wind bands, their musicians giving their free time to music, and also in an exemplary way for the commissioner of this composition, the Symphonic Band of the town Witten “BloW”. “Lignum” was written on the occasion of the band’s 10th anniversary and should be a look back on the exciting first years, the steady development and the progressive growth of this still young group. From the musical view, “Lignum” leads us “back to the roots” as it is based on two German folk songs. It was important for me to present those songs in their well-known form, but also to handle them compositionally with my own musical trademark. Most musicians rooted in band music might know “Das Lieben bringt groß’ Freud” (Loving brings great joy) from the popular same-named march. Reason enough for me to integrate that march in form of a small quote. Both “Das Lieben bringt groß’ Freud” and the second folk song “Ich weiß nicht, was soll es bedeuten” (I don’t know what this shall mean) deal with love and have catchy melodic lines. At first sight, the songs may be very different, but in fact they match wonderfully. There is hardly any other social group but the (community) band where people of totally different musical origins, of different professions and different ages meet. I hope in “Lignum” I could find a language that offers a common basis to all the different musical preferences and will give joy to both musicians and listeners.
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Programme notes *: Lignum: The musical interpretation of wood The term "Lignum" is of Latin origin and means "wood". In music, "lignum" typically refers to the group of woodwind instruments in an orchestra or ensemble, such as flutes, clarinets, oboes, and bassoons. These instruments are characterized by their characteristic sound, which is produced by the vibration of wooden blades or tubes. The use of woodwind instruments goes far back into the history of music and has made a significant contribution to the diversity and sonority of orchestral music. The characteristic sounds of flutes, clarinets and other woodwind instruments give the music a warm and natural quality that is often found to be particularly pleasant and appealing. In addition, woodwind instruments offer an impressive variety of tones and expressive possibilities. From the bright and clear tones of a transverse flute to the dark and rounded sounds of a bassoon, woodwind instruments can express a wide range of emotions and moods, creating a fascinating soundscape. In orchestration, woodwind instruments are often used as the main melodic and tonal elements. They take on both solo passages and harmonic accompaniments and contribute significantly to the structure and dynamics of a piece of music. The clever use of woodwind instruments can help create a balanced and varied sound and increase musical significance. Additionally, woodwind instruments have played an important role in various musical genres and styles, from classical to jazz to contemporary and world music. Their versatility and expressiveness make them indispensable parts of any orchestra or ensemble setting and an important tool for composers and arrangers around the world. Overall, "Lignum" in music is a homage to the diversity and beauty of woodwind instruments and their unique tonal properties. From their warm and natural sound to their versatility and expressiveness, woodwind instruments play an indispensable role in the world of music, enriching our musical experience in many ways. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Rundel Musikverlag Wikipedia: Lignum

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	Lignum (concert/wind band), full score and parts
	Lignum (concert/wind band), full score

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