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Title	Brazilian Romance
Article no.	4115696
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert march
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Netherlands (nl)
Publisher *	Molenaar Edition
Publisher's article no. *	MOL 013627050
Series title	Slow Movements Series
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Composer	Kanayama, Tohru
Difficulty level	3
Duration	5:20
Additional info/contents	The composition "Brazilian Romance" was written in 2015 as a personal wedding gift from Japanese composer Tohru Kanayama to a friend. The piece is in A-B-A form, lasts approximately 5 1/2 minutes, and begins as a tranquil ballad (1/4 = 70) before transitioning into a lively bossa nova section (1/4 = 120). The symbolic melodic structure is particularly noteworthy: Kanayama wrote the first melody for the bride, a tenor saxophonist, and the counter-melody for the groom, an oboist. (© musicainfo.net) Prt PicFlt Flt 1,2 Ob 1,2 Fag EsClr Clr 1,2,3 BClr SSax ASax 1,2 TSax BSax Trp 1,2,3 Hrn in F+Eb 1,2,3,4 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 EBas Perc 1,2 Schlgz
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Programme notes *: Tohru Kanayama's "Brazilian Romance" – A Musical Wedding Gift for Wind Orchestras Tohru Kanayama is a Japanese composer, arranger, and woodwind player who studied at the Musashino Academia Musicae in Tokyo. His musical training encompassed woodwind instruments as well as composition and arrangement. Throughout his career, Kanayama has specialized in works for wind orchestras and is internationally known for his accessible yet expressive compositions. His works often blend traditional Japanese influences with Western styles, giving them a distinctive sound. "Brazilian Romance" exemplifies his style, which combines personal dedication with musical diversity. • Origin and Occasion The composition "Brazilian Romance" originated in 2015 as a personal wedding gift for a friend. Originally written for the celebrations, the piece has become a popular work for intermediate-level wind orchestras. Kanayama used the musical idea of ​​the ballad section almost unchanged, which lends the work a special emotional depth. • Musical Structure "Brazilian Romance" is structured in a clear A-B-A form and has a playing time of approximately five and a half minutes. The first section begins as a medium ballad with a tranquil tempo of 70 beats per minute. This lyrical section forms the core of the work and creates an atmospheric foundation. In the middle section, the music shifts to a lively bossa nova rhythm with a tempo of 120 beats per minute. This contrast adds dynamism and variety to the piece before the original A section returns, concluding the work. This form is ideal for intermediate-level ensembles, as it combines both lyrical and rhythmically more challenging passages. • Special Features of the Melodic Transcription A special feature of "Brazilian Romance" is its symbolic melodic transcription. The first melody, composed for the bride, a tenor saxophonist, is delicate and lyrical. The countermelody follows for the groom, an oboist, and harmonically complements the first part. In the bossa nova section, Kanayama takes up a motif from the bridal theme and lends it a new, vibrant dynamic through its characteristic rhythm. This arrangement not only underscores the personal dedication but also offers musical variety and emotional depth. The instrumentation of the work is standard for an intermediate-level wind band, with Kanayama placing particular emphasis on balanced timbres. The melodies are primarily carried by the woodwinds, while the brass section contributes mainly harmonic support and rhythmic accents. The percussion section plays a central role in the bossa nova section, precisely developing the typical Brazilian groove with percussion instruments such as congas and shakers. This combination creates a multifaceted soundscape that effectively conveys both the intimacy of the romantic theme and the vibrant energy of the middle section. • In summary, "Brazilian Romance" is an expressive and accessible work that impresses with its clear form, symbolic melodic lines, and the contrast between ballad and bossa nova. It is particularly suitable for intermediate-level wind bands seeking a piece with emotional depth and technical variety. • Text: © musicainfo.net (KI) Quellen/Sources: Molenaar: Brazilian Romance

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	Brazilian Romance (concert/wind band), full score and parts
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