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Title	Variations on a French Folksong
Article no.	4000118
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert music
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Switzerland (ch)
Publisher *	Mitropa
Publisher's article no. *	0534-00-010 M
Delivery publisher *	Hal Leonard Europe
EAN (GTIN) *	9790035023785
ISMN *	979-0-03502378-5
ISMN-10 *	M-03502378-5
Year of publication	2000
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Composer	Cesarini, Franco
Opus no.	Op.22
Difficulty level	3
Evaluation level of countries	C3 (Swiss 2nd class); D3 (German medium level)
Duration	7:00
Additional info/contents	The variation form is one of the oldest and most fundamental forms of musical technique. Franco Cesarini has chosen the well known French folk melody, "Sur le pont d'Avignon" as the basis for this piece. The piece begins with a short introduction followed by the exposition and ten lively and contrasting variations. The final reminder of the main theme also included references to the famous French nursery songs J'ai du bon tabac and Alouette, which bring the work to an expressive and brilliant close. Sur le pont d'avignon Ronde Enfantine J'ai du bon tabac Alouette gentille alouette. Prt PicFlt Flt 1,2 Ob 1,2 Fag 1,2 EsClr Clr 1,2,3 AClr BClr ASax 1,2 TSax BSax Trp 1,2,3 Hrn in F 1,2,3,4 Trb in C 1,2,3 BsTrb in C Euph in C Tub in C WltStm: -Hrn in Eb 1,2,3,4 -Trb in Bb 1,2,3 (BC+TC) -BsTrb in Bb (BC+TC) -Euph in Bb (BC+TC) -EsTub (BC+TC) -BTub (BC+TC) KB Tmp Perc 1,2,3
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Programme notes *: "Variations on a French Folksong" for wind orchestra by Franco Cesarini is a stirring and versatile composition based on the well-known French folk melody "Sur le pont d'Avignon". The piece is characterized by an imaginative variation technique that presents the main theme in ten lively and contrasting variations, accompanied by an impressive orchestral presentation. The work begins with a short introduction that lays the foundation for the main theme and prepares the listener's ear for the musical character. Once the main theme, "Sur le pont d'Avignon", is introduced, it is further developed and transformed in creative ways in the following variations. Each variation brings out new facets and nuances of the theme. Franco Cesarini uses different instrumental textures, rhythms and harmonies to create a variety of musical landscapes. From calm and lyrical passages to powerful and energetic sections, the variations reflect a wide range of emotions and moods. Particularly noteworthy is the final variation, in which the main theme of "Sur le pont d'Avignon" is brilliantly presented. Here Cesarini also integrates elements of the well-known French children's songs "J'ai du bon tabac" and "Alouette", which give the piece an additional cultural depth and complete the work with expression and liveliness. The composition "Variations on a French Folksong" is an outstanding example of Cesarini's mastery of variation technique and his ability to present a well-known theme in a variety of ways. By using French folk melody as a starting point, Cesarini creates a connection to the tradition and culture of France while exploring new and exciting worlds of sound. Overall, "Variations on a French Folksong" by Franco Cesarini is a stirring and appealing work for wind orchestra that is both musically demanding and entertaining. The combination of a well-known melody and the variation technique makes this piece a popular and frequently played work in the repertoire of brass music literature. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Mitropa Music

	Format
	Variations on a French Folksong (concert/wind band), full score and parts
	Variations on a French Folk Song (concert/wind band), full score
	Franco Cesarini: A Composer's Portrait, 6CD
	Trilogy, audio CD

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