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Title	Contest Music
Article no.	4005223
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert music
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band); / (or); Fa (fanfare band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Italy (it)
Publisher *	Scomegna
Publisher's article no. *	ES B807.20
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Composer	Pusceddu, Lorenzo
Difficulty level	3
Evaluation level of countries	D2 (German lower level)
Duration	6:13
Additional info/contents	This piece consists of three mouvements. Due to the variety of elements offered it is particularly suitable for use as a "competition piece"; hence the title, "Contest Music". "Intrada": a brilliant fanfare introduces the piece, subsequently intertwining with the melodic elements of the allegro spiritoso that follows, in a graceful and carefree atmosphere. "Lullaby": a sweet lullaby dedicated to a little girl. "Gaily": a joyful finale characterised by a lively rhythmic structure.

No.	Track title	Sound sample
1	Intrada
2	Lullaby
3	Gaily

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Programme notes *: The composition for wind orchestra "Contest Music" by Lorenzo Pusceddu is an impressive and versatile work that stands out due to its structure, melodies and tonal diversity. The piece consists of three movements, each with a unique characteristic that showcases the composer's skill and the possibilities of a wind orchestra in a fascinating way. I. "Intrada": The first movement, "Intrada", opens the piece with a brilliant fanfare. The fanfare acts as a powerful introduction that immediately grabs the audience's attention. The transition to the subsequent Allegro Spiritoso is cleverly orchestrated, creating a seamless connection between the festive introduction and the lively, melodic Allegro. This part of the piece is characterized by a graceful and carefree atmosphere. Here the melodic elements combine cleverly, and the dynamic variations create tension and interest. Pusceddu uses the entire sound spectrum of the wind orchestra, with different groups of instruments interacting and contrasting with each other. This section adds to the captivating energy of the piece. II. "Lullaby": The second movement, "Lullaby", stands in stark contrast to the previous sections and adds emotional depth to the work. The sweet lullaby dedicated to a little girl features gentle melodies and harmonious textures. This movement shows the versatility of Pusceddu's composition and allows the audience to immerse themselves in a quieter, more introspective mood. III. "Gaily": The third and final movement, "Gaily", presents an upbeat finale with a lively rhythmic structure. This section gives the piece a triumphant tone and shows the composer's ability to cleverly combine different moods and expressions. The lively rhythms and festive atmosphere give the work an optimistic conclusion. Overall, "Contest Music" by Lorenzo Pusceddu is a demanding and sonically captivating piece that challenges the versatility and skills of a wind orchestra. The well-thought-out structure and varied characters of the movements make this work an enriching experience for musicians and listeners alike. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Scomegna

	Format
	Contest Music (concert/wind band; or; fanfare band), full score and parts
	Contest Music (concert/wind band), full score
	Concurso de Bandas Ateneu Artistico Villafranquense 2006, 2 CDs
	Contos, 3 compact discs
	Lorenzo Pusceddu Works #1, audio CD
	Memories, audio CD

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