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Title	Particles
Article no.	4075463
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert music
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	USA (us)
Publisher *	Hal Leonard Publishing
Publisher's article no. *	HL 04003700
Delivery publisher *	Hal Leonard Europe
Series title	MusicWorks Series
EAN (GTIN) *	0884088958404
UPC *	884088958404
Year of publication	2014
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Composer	Sweeney, Michael
Difficulty level	2+
Evaluation level of countries	D2 (German lower level)
Duration	5:30
Additional info/contents	This unusual work portrays the transformation of matter from solid to liquid and ultimately to gas. You'll hear a single musical theme transformed throughout, starting with a very rigid and dense opening statement. From there the theme is treated in a lyrical style (liquid), and finally the pace becomes frantic and energetic as the melodic particles transform into gas. Using unique scoring techniques (including a few aleatoric sections and dramatic percussion effects) this descriptive work will stir the imagination of players and audience alike. Prt Flt Ob Fag Clr 1,2,3 BClr ASax 1,2 TSax BSax Trp in Bb 1,2 Hrn in F Trb Brt (BC+TC) Tub KB Mlt Tmp Perc 1,2
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Programme notes *: The transformation of matter in Michael Sweeney's wind orchestra composition "Particles " The composition "Particles" by American composer Michael Sweeney is a fascinating work that musically depicts the transformation of matter from solid to liquid and finally to gas. This composition for wind orchestra is characterised by an innovative structure that takes a single musical theme through various states of matter, capturing the sonic and emotional facets of this transformation. The opening of "Particles" presents itself with a strong and dense statement of the main theme, which conveys the idea of a solid state of matter. The music seems rigid and robust, with the harmonies and rhythms having a firm structure that reflects the solidity and immobility of the solid state. This opening statement lays the foundation for the musical journey that will follow. As the composition progresses, the main theme begins to transform, and the music takes on a lyrical style that captures the idea of fluid matter. The melodies and harmonies become more fluid, with the rhythmic patterns moving gently and seeming to blend into one another. This passage creates an atmosphere of movement and fluidity that expresses the idea of liquid matter. Finally, the composition reaches its climax when the tempo becomes hectic and energetic as the main theme transforms into a gaseous state. The music becomes lively and impulsive, with the melodic particles seemingly swirling wildly and uncontrollably through space. This passage conveys an atmosphere of unboundedness and unpredictability that is characteristic of the gaseous state of matter. Through the skilful use of orchestral colours, harmonies and rhythms, Michael Sweeney succeeds in transforming the abstract idea of material transformation into a captivating musical experience. "Particles" is not only a piece for wind orchestra, but also an artistic reflection on the nature of matter and its many manifestations. It invites the audience to experience a fascinating journey through different states of matter that are both sonically and emotionally appealing. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Hal Leonard Tags: Elements; Earth Fire Water Air

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