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Title	Alpine Inspirations
Article no.	4093740
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Overture (original composition)
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Germany (de)
Publisher *	Rundel Musikverlag GmbH
Publisher's article no. *	MVSR 3416
Year of publication	2016
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Composer	Scharnagl, Martin
Difficulty level	2
Evaluation level of countries	A2 (Austrian B level); C2 (Swiss 3rd class); D3 (German medium level)
Duration	8:00
Additional info/contents	The overture “Alpine Inspirations” describes the diverse beauty of the mountains. Listening to the impressive music, we can imagine a nice hike through the Alps, experiencing the fabulous and inspiring scenery. Young Tyrolean composer Martin Scharnagl created a “mountain motif” that appears throughout the whole overture. This motif, with four sixteenth notes and one quarter note, is presented in the beginning by trumpets, flugelhorns and tenor horns in a major key. The first part of the composition depicts sunrise in the early morning, bathing the quiet alpine world in a beautiful warm light. We hear a rushing stream and singing birds…nature awakens. Now we begin our hike, the rhythmical accompaniment of the low brass stands for the initially happy ascent. Above this accompaniment, we hear a theme of woodwinds and high brass with a major mode variation of the “mountain motif”. It then changes to minor, played by trumpets and flugelhorns. The darker key reflects the increasingly difficult and strenuous ascent, with dangerous encounters. Martin Scharnagl enhances the expressive musical images with film score-like elements, for example by the percussion section. After completing the demanding ascent, there is a calm “Tranquillo” break. We take a deep breath and enjoy the stunning panorama before us, depicted by a simple lyrical melody. In the reprise, on the way back, we hear rhythms and sounds much like the beginning. Finally, the “mountain motif” resounds in major mode as we recall the wonderful impressions of our hike while returning to the valley. Prt PicFlt/Flt Ob Fag EsClr Clr 1,2,3 AClr BClr ASax 1,2 TSax BSax Flh 1,2 Tnh Trp 1,2,3 Hrn in F+Eb 1,2,3 Trb in C 1,2,3 (BC) Trb in Bb 1,2,3 (BC+TC) Euph in C (BC) Euph in Bb (BC+TC) EsTub (BC+TC) BTub (BC+TC) Tub in C 1,2 Tmp Glsp Perc 1,2: -SD -TmTm -Trng -MCym -BD -SuCym -Wispi -Hbl
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Programme notes *: The term "Alpine Inspirations" in music refers to the artistic exploration and integration of elements inspired by the alpine environment. This musical trend seeks creative forms of expression that are influenced by the majestic mountains, nature and culture of the Alpine region. Using this source of inspiration gives the music a unique atmosphere and allows artists to create emotional connections that go beyond pure sonic enjoyment. The origin of the term can be found in the works of various composers who were fascinated by the Alps. Classical pieces that deal with Alpine themes date back to the 19th century, when Romantics such as Ludwig van Beethoven and Franz Schubert began to incorporate the sublime nature of the Alps into their compositions. This tradition continued in the 20th century with composers such as Ralph Vaughan Williams and Ottorino Respighi. Alpine style music is characterised by various elements that capture the beauty and challenges of the alpine environment. Soundscapes of majestic peaks, gentle mountain streams and rugged cliffs are often captured through the use of specific instruments such as the alphorn, the zither or traditional mountain instruments. In addition, melodies and rhythms often reflect the dynamic nature of the mountain landscape, from calm, meditative passages to powerful and dramatic outbursts. In contemporary music, various artists have integrated the allure of the Alps into their works. Electronic music producers, jazz artists and even rock bands have drawn inspiration from the Alpine landscape to shape a wide range of musical genres. Artists such as Olafur Arnalds, who captures atmospheric mountain landscapes in his music, or the Swiss band Eluveitie, who interweave folk metal with alpine influences, are just a few examples of the diversity within "Alpine Inspirations". The term "Alpine Inspirations" in music offers a fascinating opportunity to celebrate the cultural and natural beauty of the Alps in artistic form. This musical movement allows artists to create a connection through sounds and rhythms that transcend the boundaries of language and geography. The diversity of interpretations within this genre demonstrates how the alpine environment continues to be a rich source of inspiration for musicians worldwide. Quelle/Source: muiscianfo.net (KI) Information: Rundel Musikverlag Tags: Mountains and valleys Countries and cities Nature and beauties of the world travels Sports and Athletes

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