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Title	Big Splash, The
Article no.	4053101
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Orchestra training
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band); Flexi (variable instrumentation); (4)
Instrumentation/info	4Flexi (4part flexible instrumentation); Perc (percussion instrument)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Netherlands (nl)
Publisher *	Molenaar Edition
Publisher's article no. *	MOL 013207050
Series title	Flexible Wind Series
Year of publication	2011
Composer	Jones, Dean
Difficulty level	2
Duration	6:58
Additional info/contents	"The Big Splash" has moments of excitement, soft melodies and crunching harmonies. I. "Launching" sets the scene of a speedboat accelerating into the water. II. "Drifting" portrays images of the sunset over the water's edge and in the minor key there is a sense of thoughtfulness as well as tranquillity. III. "Cruising" has a grander feel to it: Imagine a larger carrier chip setting sail as well as a sense of anticipation and excitement from those climbing aboard. Bon Voyage! 1 Full Score - 1 Percussion - 1 Drums - 1 Timpani - 4 Part 1 in C - 2 Part 1 in C - 6 Part 1 in Bb - 2 Part 1 in Eb - 1 Part 1 in Eb (low octave) - 6 Part 2 in Bb - 4 Part 2 in Eb - 2 Part 2 in F - 4 Part 3 in C (BC) - 4 Part 3 in Bb (BC) - 4 Part 3 in Bb (TC) - 3 Part 3 in Eb (TC) - 2 Part 3 in F - 4 Part 4 in Bb (TC) - 4 Part 4 in C (BC) - 1 Part 4 in C, (BC) (low octave) - 4 Part 4 in Eb (BC) - 4 Part 4 in Eb (TC) - 4 Part 4 in Bb (BC)
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Programme notes *: Dean Jones' composition "The Big Splash" for flexible wind orchestra is an impressive three-part work that captures the versatility of water in various impressions. This original piece offers moments of excitement, gentle melodies and stunning harmonies that sonically express the different facets of water and its movements. I. "Launching" (Movement I): "Launching" sends the musical speedboat hurtling through the water and opens the work with an explosion of energy. The lively depiction of a boat launch is reflected in fast tempos and dynamic melodies. Jones skilfully uses rhythms and orchestration to capture the excitement and momentum of the water under the pressure of the engine. This first section provides an opportunity for the musicians to demonstrate their technical finesse and musical precision. II "Drifting" (Movement II): The second movement, "Drifting," portrays impressions of a sunset by the water. Here the mood shifts to a gentle melody imbued with a sense of deliberation and calm. The choice of the minor key reinforces the melancholy atmosphere and conveys an emotional depth. This movement allows the musicians to showcase their expressive abilities and express the nuanced facets of the music while presenting the picturesque scenery of slowly gliding along in the water. III "Cruising" (Movement III): The final movement, "Cruising," concludes the work with a larger feeling, presenting the idea of a very large ship setting sail and leaving the harbour. Here, a tonal splendour unfolds through overwhelming harmonies and dynamic developments. Jones creates a powerful depiction of a majestic ship moving calmly out into the ocean. This part of the work allows the wind orchestra to develop its full sonic range and expressiveness. Overall, "The Big Splash" offers the musicians not only a challenging and varied musical experience, but also the opportunity to showcase their skills in different styles and moods. Dean Jones' composition is a successful example of how music can capture the different aspects of water, from exhilarating energy to calm and majestic moments. "The Big Splash" remains an impressive work that celebrates the beauty and diversity of water in all its facets. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI)

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	Big Splash, The (concert/wind band; variable instrumentation; (4)), full score and parts
	Big Splash, The (concert/wind band; 4part flexible instrumentation; percussion instrument), full score

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