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Title	Hofstaat der Bienenkönigin
Article no.	4117325
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Contemporary Wind Music (1945-present)
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band); YB (young band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Austria (at)
Publisher *	pettermusic Musikverlag
Publisher's article no. *	PM 00071
Delivery publisher *	HeBu Musikverlag GmbH, 76703 Kraichtal
Delivery publisher's art.no. *	HeBu 207958
EAN (GTIN) *	4025511351577
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Composer	Andraschek, Siegmund
Difficulty level	0+
Evaluation level of countries	J
Additional info/contents	"Court of the Queen Bee" is more than just a piece for beginners – it is a musical reflection of the dedicated brass band tradition in Retz. The composition supports young musicians in developing their talents and simultaneously represents the successful history and future of the YWOP Retz Youth Orchestra. Thus, this work combines musical joy with educational benefits and a vibrant regional brass music culture.
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Programme notes *: Court of the Queen Bee – A Musical Adventure for Beginner Wind Orchestras from Retz The composition "Court of the Queen Bee" by Siegmund Andraschek is a wonderful work written specifically for beginner wind orchestras, including youth orchestras. This commissioned work was created for the YWOP Retz, the youth orchestra of the Retz City Band in Lower Austria, and playfully combines musical lightness with pedagogical demands. *** The Composition: Musical Character and Pedagogical Value *** "Court of the Queen Bee" is characterized by catchy melodies and clear structures that enable young musicians to move confidently within wind band music. The timbres are lively and varied, allowing players to get acquainted with different instrument groups and develop their skills in a targeted manner. Rhythmically, the piece remains manageable, but still offers small challenges that promote teamwork and musical understanding. The work's educational value lies primarily in the fact that it enhances the joy of making music together and conveys the technical foundations of wind orchestra performance. It is ideal for practicing group performance, exploring dynamics and expression, and providing young musicians with a sense of achievement. *** Significance of the Commissioned Work for the Youth Orchestra of Retz *** The creation of "Court of the Queen Bee" as a commissioned work for the Youth Orchestra of Retz underscores the importance of supporting young talent in the region. The work is not only a musical highlight in the youth orchestra's repertoire, but also a symbol of the continuous development of wind music in Retz. It demonstrates how targeted support and new compositions can contribute to strengthening the motivation and commitment of young musicians. *** Historical Development of Wind Music and the Youth Orchestra in Retz *** The town of Retz looks back on a long tradition of wind music, which, however, was threatened by a lack of training opportunities before the founding of the town band. Although private instrumental lessons were available, they were insufficient to cover the entire range of instruments and create a broad musical foundation. This is where the young secondary school teacher Rudolf Neubauer came in, working with great commitment to improve educational structures. His efforts led to the founding of the Retz Music School in 1966, laying the foundation for systematic musical education. A school orchestra was formed at the Retz Secondary School, which quickly became the nucleus of the Retz Town Band, founded in 1967. With 32 musicians, the town band joined the Lower Austrian Brass Band Association and established itself as an important cultural component of the region. This development impressively demonstrates how idealistic commitment and targeted support can create a vibrant brass band scene that continues to inspire and musically encourage young people today. The queen bee is the centre of a highly organised and fascinating state, often referred to as the "court state". In a hive, there is a remarkable social structure formed by the queen bee and her subjects, the workers and drones. This report provides an insight into the roles and functions of the members of the queen bee's court. - The queen bee is the only reproductive female in the hive. Her main task is to ensure the continuity of the colony by laying eggs. - The worker bees form the largest part of the colony and perform a variety of tasks in the hive. Their main tasks include collecting nectar and pollen, caring for the brood, cleaning the hive, building honeycombs, defending the colony and feeding the bee larvae. - Drones are the male bees in the hive. Their only task is to mate with the queen. Overall, the queen bee's court forms a remarkable example of social organisation and cooperation in the animal kingdom. Each member fulfils a specific role to ensure the survival and success of the hive. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Pettermusic/HeBu Tags: Animal and insects

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	Hofstaat der Bienenkönigin (concert/wind band; young band), full score and parts
	Hofstaat der Bienenkönigin (concert/wind band; young band), full score

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