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Title	Dig Down Deep
Article no.	4077837
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert music
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	DirPrt (conductor score)
Country of publication	USA (us)
Publisher *	Niel A Kjos Music Company
Publisher's article no. *	JB 91
Series title	Concert Band Repertoire
EAN (GTIN) *	0084027042106
UPC *	084027042106
Year of publication	2012
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Composer	Mahr, Timothy
Difficulty level	3
Evaluation level of countries	D3 (German medium level)
Duration	2:35
Additional info/contents	This work was commissioned for the 2011 California Tour of the Shakopee High School Bands, Eric Christenson, direc-tor. Dig Down Deep provides music that reflects on the will to persevere when we would perhaps rather not. The work begins solemnly, with a strong melodic line interrupted by punctuating resistance. Eventually, the urge to drive forward is found and the work propels itself with enthusiasm. Prt PicFlt Flt 1,2 Ob 1,2 Fag Clr 1,2,3 BClr CBClr ASax TSax BSax Trp 1,2,3 Hrn in F 1,2,3,4 Trb in C 1,2,3 Euph in C Euph in Bb (TC) Tub in C Tmp Perc 1,2,3,4: -Glsp -AntCym -Mar -Vib -MCym -SuCym -TamTam -BD -SD -TmTm (4) -Trng
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Programme notes *: The phrase “Dig Down Deep” has a special meaning in the world of music. It refers to the idea of diving into the emotional depth and digging for the innermost core of a piece or musical interpretation. In this report, we will examine the term "Dig Down Deep" in the context of music in general and then focus specifically on the concert band composition of the same name by Timothy Mahr, which offers an immersive experience that oscillates between solemn grandeur and dotted contrast. In music, "Dig Down Deep" refers to a musician's ability to go beyond the superficial layers and capture the emotional substance of a piece. It means delving into the music to capture its true essence and offer a sincere interpretation that touches and moves the audience. Timothy Mahr's composition "Dig Down Deep" for wind orchestra embodies this concept in musical form. The work begins solemnly, with a strong melodic line creating an atmosphere of grandeur and significance. This initial solemnity reflects the striving to reach a deep emotional level. However, the initial solemn mood is interrupted by punctuated contrasts that permeate the piece with tension and dynamism. These contrasts could be interpreted as metaphorical obstacles or challenges that must be overcome in order to truly delve into the deeper meaning of the music. For listeners, "Dig Down Deep" offers an immersive experience that oscillates between moments of sublimity and challenge. It invites you to embark on an emotional journey where you are encouraged to delve into the depths of the music and discover the hidden nuances and layers contained within it. Overall, Timothy Mahr's composition "Dig Down Deep" illustrates the meaning of the term in music and offers a sonic representation of this concept. Combining solemn grandeur and punctuating contrasts, the work encourages musicians and listeners alike to delve into the depths of the music and grasp the emotional substance contained within. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Neil A. Kjos Music company

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	Dig Down Deep (concert/wind band), conductor score
	Dig Down Deep (concert/wind band), full score

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