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Title	Iron Mountain
Article no.	4119068
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert music
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Austria (at)
Publisher *	Symphonic Dimensions Publishing
Publisher's article no. *	SDP 222-24-02
Delivery publisher *	Hal Leonard Europe
EAN (GTIN) *	9790502953256
ISMN *	979-0-50295325-6
Year of publication	2024
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Composer	Oswald, Gerald
Difficulty level	1
Duration	4:30
Additional info/contents	"Iron Mountain" stages the legend of the Erzberg in Upper Styria in an impressive musical way. At the beginning, the atmosphere of the grotto in which the water sprite lives is brought to life by imitation drops of water. The water sprite is pursued and captured by people. In his distress, he begs for freedom and makes the people an offer: gold mines for a year, silver mines for ten years, or iron mines forever. The people's clear answer is: iron forever. The finale of the composition underlines this decision with impressive anvil blows, and the Erzberg rises triumphantly to the center of the action.
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Programme notes *: The legend of the "Waterman" of Eisenerz and the Erzberg: A connection to the composition "Iron Mountain" by Gerald Oswald The Austrian town of Eisenerz and the Erzberg there are not only known for their long mining tradition, but also for one of the most fascinating legends of the region - the legend of the "Waterman". This mythical creature is often portrayed as the protector of the Erzberg, who sets limits on people for their reckless treatment of nature. In connection with the composition "Iron Mountain" by Gerald Oswald, which was written especially for lower school wind orchestras and youth orchestras, it offers an exciting combination of myth, history and modern music. Eisenerz, a small town in Styria, has a long history that is deeply rooted in mining. Known as the "Styrian loaf of bread", the Erzberg is the most important iron ore deposit in Austria and has been mined for over 1,300 years. This impressive mining site has shaped the city economically and culturally and is still a symbol of the close connection between man and nature, work and raw materials. However, ore mining was not only associated with prosperity, but also with hard work and danger. The lives of the miners and their families were strongly influenced by the Ore Mountain, which also led to many stories and myths in the region in which the forces of nature and the fear of their destruction played a central role. "Iron Mountain" by Gerald Oswald - A musical interpretation Gerald Oswald's composition "Iron Mountain" for lower school wind orchestra and youth orchestra takes up the theme of the Ore Mountain and connects it musically with the forces of nature and the mining tradition. The work was written especially for young musicians and offers them the opportunity not only to develop technical skills, but also to experience the connection between music, history and mythology. "Iron Mountain" is a dynamic work that translates the enormous presence of the Ore Mountain and the legendary atmosphere around the mountain into sounds. The musical structure of the piece evokes the majesty and menace of the Ore Mountain. From gentle, mysterious introductions that recall the quiet, mystical nature of the mountain to powerful, rhythmic passages that depict the hard, mechanical daily work of the miners, Oswald creates a lively soundscape. The music addresses the conflict between man and nature and also indirectly allows the legendary figure of the water sprite to appear. By alternating between quiet, almost meditative sections and energetic, hectic sequences, Oswald illustrates the constant balancing act between exploitation and preservation of nature that the people of Iron Ore have experienced over the centuries. Although “Iron Mountain” does not explicitly set the legend of the water sprite to music, a clear thematic connection can be made. The Ore Mountain as a source of iron and the prosperity of the region are at the heart of the legend and the musical composition. The water sprite watching over the mountain and calling people to their senses can be symbolic of the quiet, mystical passages in Oswald's work, while the dramatic, powerful moments represent the threat and doom that follows when man disrespects the mountain. The musical contrasts in "Iron Mountain" reflect the dual nature of the water sprite: on the one hand a benevolent protector of nature, on the other hand a punishing spirit when man ignores his warnings. The young musicians are encouraged by the work to express this dual nature musically and to interpret the tension between harmony and chaos. "Iron Mountain" is not only an artistically and historically relevant work, but also educationally valuable for young musicians. It challenges them to improve their skills in ensemble playing, while raising their awareness of dynamics, expression and interpretation. The strong thematic structure of the piece helps the musicians to understand the story behind the music and to relate to it emotionally. In addition, the work offers an excellent opportunity to introduce the young musicians to the cultural and historical significance of the Erzberg and the town of Eisenerz. By dealing with the legend of the water sprite and the history of mining, the musicians learn how closely music, history and mythology can be linked. Quelle/Source;: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Symphonic Dimensions Publishing

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	Iron Mountain (concert/wind band), full score and parts
	Iron Mountain (concert/wind band), full score

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