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Title	Les Marteaux de la Marine
Article no.	4011141
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Contemporary Music (1945-present)
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Netherlands (nl)
Publisher *	gobelinmusic
Publisher's article no. *	GOB 000258-010
Delivery publisher *	Hal Leonard Europe
EAN (GTIN) *	9790035207031
ISMN *	979-0-03520703-1
ISMN-10 *	M-03520703-1
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Composer	Goorhuis, Rob
Difficulty level	5
Evaluation level of countries	C5 (Swiss highest class); D6 (German highest class)
Duration	17:45
Additional info/contents	The first element with which the piece begins is tranquil and colorful. The second element is sharp and incisive, while the third expresses energy. In all elements a repeated tone is the starting point which explains the hammers in the work's title. The instrumentastion is richly variegated with a harp aöso determining the palette of colors in the slower movements. The composition opens with an atmospheric Larghetto containing fine harmonies in the soft and subtly moving wood-winds. The introduction breathes an impressionistic atmosphere in which expressive cantilenas and soloistic agile motifs stand out. A strong setting followed by an Allegro virtuoso containing fast motifs contrasted with short and rhythmic stars of the various instrumental section.Trumpets and horns add a virtuoso bugle-call motif. After a short stringendosection, the transparent Larghetto returns with a varied setting of the opening elements. The beautiful leading roles in this section are reserved for cornet (trumpet) and horn. Subsequently, the flashing Vivo starts with contenuous movements in triplets from both wood-winds and brass. Next, the opening Allegro re-appears once again and thus Les Marteaux de la Marine ends with a fast and virtuoso climax. Les Marteaux de la Marinewas selected as a compulsory grade 6 contest piece for symphonic bands in the Netherlands. Les Marteaux de la Marine was composed in 1999 as a commission by the Marine Band of the Royal Netherlands Navy. The composition contains three static elements which interchange. Prt PicFlt Flt 1,2 Ob 1,2 Fag 1,2 EsClr Clr 1,2,3 AClr BClr ASax 1,2 TSax BSax Cnt/Trp 1,2,3 Hrn in F 1,2,3,4 Trb 1,2,3,4 Euph Tub WltStm KB Hrp Tmp Perc 1,2
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Programme notes *: "The Hammers of the Marine" and the composition of the same name by Rob Goorhuis "Les Marteaux de la Marine" is a fascinating composition for wind orchestra by Rob Goorhuis, a renowned Dutch composer. The title of the composition, which translates as "The Hammers of the Marine", refers to maritime and military themes that are musically processed in the work. The term "Les Marteaux de la Marine" has its origins in maritime history and refers to the heavy hammers used in the Navy's shipyards and shipbuilding factories. These hammers were crucial for the construction and maintenance of warships and merchant vessels, especially in the period before the Industrial Revolution, when shipbuilding was largely done manually. In the 17th and 18th centuries, shipbuilding experienced a great boom, and shipyards were full of busy craftsmen and shipbuilders. The hammers played a central role in the construction and repair of the wooden ships that formed the backbone of naval fleets. The naval hammers symbolize not only the physical labor and craftsmanship that goes into building a ship, but also the strength and durability of the navy itself. They are a symbol of a nation's maritime power and engineering prowess. The composition "Les Marteaux de la Marine" by Rob Goorhuis Rob Goorhuis is known for his expressive and thematically rich works for wind orchestra. "Les Marteaux de la Marine" is another example of his ability to translate historical and cultural themes into music. The composition is divided into several sections that reflect different aspects of maritime life and work in the shipyards. Goorhuis uses a variety of musical techniques and instrumentation to depict the different scenes and emotions. The composition begins with an atmospheric larghetto. This section is dominated by very beautiful harmonies, which sound in the gently and subtly moving wood register. The introduction creates an impressionistic mood in which expressive cantilenas and solo moving motifs come to the fore. These passages convey a calm and thoughtful atmosphere, reminiscent of the peaceful life by the sea. After the calm introduction, a virtuoso Allegro follows. This section is characterized by fast motifs, which are interrupted by short, rhythmic entries from various groups of instruments. The trumpets and horns add a virtuoso signal motif, which symbolizes the dynamic and energetic nature of the work in the shipyards and on the ships. The music becomes livelier and more intense here, reflecting the hectic and busy everyday life in the maritime workshops. After a short, stringent section, the Larghetto returns with a varied movement of the transparent beginning. In this section, the cornet (trumpet) and horn have a very beautiful leading role. Its melodic lines are expressive and lyrical, creating an atmosphere of reflection and calm. This return to the Larghetto serves as a musical respite and enhances the contrasting effect of the different sections. The Larghetto is followed by a sparkling Vivo, characterized by continuous triplet movements of the woodwinds and brass. This section is lively and energetic, the music is bursting with vitality and dynamism. The Vivo finally flows into the Allegro we have already heard, which ends the composition in a fast and virtuoso climax. This climax is powerful and impressive, conveying the unwavering energy and craftsmanship of the maritime workers. "Les Marteaux de la Marine" by Rob Goorhuis is an impressive composition that musically represents the hard life and important work of the shipbuilders in the maritime shipyards. Through the skilful use of rhythmic beats, varied harmonies and dynamic contrasts, Goorhuis creates a work that captures both the historical significance and emotional depth of the subject matter. The composition is an excellent example of the wind band literature's ability to tell complex and thematically rich stories and remains an impressive work in the modern wind band repertoire. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Gobelin Music Tags: Working world and activities Seafaring and ships

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