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Title	Country Overture
Article no.	4118699
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Overture (original composition)
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band); / (or); Fa (fanfare band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Italy (it)
Publisher *	Scomegna
Publisher's article no. *	ES B1625.18
Year of publication	2023
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Composer	Pusceddu, Lorenzo
Difficulty level	3
Evaluation level of countries	D2 (German lower level)
Duration	5:20
Additional info/contents	Joy and optimism characterize this short and carefree composition, whose structure refers to the classic model ALLEGRO - ANDANTE - ALLEGRO. The thematic material is proposed and combined with naturalness and fluidity, through a precise orchestration that highlights the tonal resources of the different instrumental sections and with some fun effects entrusted to the percussion. In the coda, the expressive theme of the Andante reappears, in a kind of joyful final gallop that closes this brilliant work by Lorenzo Pusceddu. Commissioned by the “Filarmonica Giacomo Puccini 1822” by Viggiù on the occasion of the 200th anniversary of its founding.
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Programme notes *: The "Country Overture" for wind orchestra, composed by Lorenzo Pusceddu, is a refreshing and lively work characterized by joy and optimism. This short and lighthearted composition follows the classic ABA structure and is characterized by a clever combination of thematic material. Pusceddu relies on precise orchestration and integrates funny effects that are entrusted to the drums. The overture begins with a lively allegro that immediately captivates the listener with its energy and freshness. The rhythmic elements and melodies characterize this opening phase and create a lively atmosphere. The transition to Andante brings a changed mood, combining the thematic material with naturalness and fluidity. This section offers a calmer, lyrical palette that contrasts with the previous Allegro. A standout feature of this composition is the precise orchestration, which emphasizes the tonal resources of the various instrumental sections. Pusceddu utilizes the diversity of wind instruments to create a rich soundscape. The combination of woodwinds, brass and percussion gives the work an orchestrally layered texture. The use of funny effects that are transferred to the drums is particularly interesting. These not only contribute to the rhythmic dynamics, but also give the composition a playful character. The clever use of percussion instruments emphasizes the cheerfulness and lightheartedness of the country overture. The coda of the piece brings back the expressive theme of the Andante, but in a cheerful final gallop. This conclusion gives the composition a dynamic and rousing final note that leaves the listener in a joyful mood. The return to the Andante theme in this final phase cleverly rounds off the work and creates a coherent musical narrative. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Scomegna

	Format
	Country Overture (concert/wind band; or; fanfare band), full score and parts
	Country Overture (concert/wind band; or; fanfare band), full score

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