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Title	Equinox  NEW!
Article no.	4123186
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert music
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Netherlands (nl)
Publisher *	Molenaar Edition
Publisher's article no. *	MOL 013814050
Series title	Limited Band Series
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Composer	Carlin, Alexandre
Difficulty level	3
Duration	6:10
Additional info/contents	In "Equinox: Shadow and Dawn," Alexandre Carlin depicts the moment of equilibrium between day and night. A monumental stone stands between a dark blue shadow world and the golden dawn; a sunbeam symbolizes the transition. The composition, lasting approximately 6 1/4 minutes, follows an A-B-A form. The work has a clear musical structure with a symbolic representation of darkness, light, transition, and balance.
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Programme notes *: Equinox in Music: Between Shadow and Dawn The term "equinox" refers to the point in time when day and night are approximately equal in length. In music, it often represents balance, transition, and the connection between opposing states. Dark timbres can depict shadow, mystery, and uncertainty, while bright tonal ranges symbolize light, hope, and knowledge. Of particular importance is not only the contrast but also the transition between these two realms. Furthermore, "equinox" possesses a ritual and mythical dimension. The moment of equilibrium can be understood as a threshold at which special forces unfold. Recurring rhythms, striking sonic gestures, tension-filled harmonies, and dynamic crescendos can musically convey this impression. • The Programmatic Concept of "Shadow and Dawn" Alexandre Carlin connects this general meaning with a concrete image in his composition "Equinox," subtitled "Shadow and Dawn." At its center is a monumental stone at the boundary between darkness and light. On the left lies a world of deep blue shadows, while on the right, dawn appears in warm golden tones. A sunbeam marks the moment when day and night are in equilibrium. The stone symbolizes permanence, age, and memory. It acts as a testament to bygone eras and alludes to the power of ancient rituals. The boundary between shadow and light is not a rigid dividing line, but rather a transitional space where both states are simultaneously perceptible. The music conveys this connection through mysticism, balance, and a controlled crescendo. • The Musical Structure The work, lasting approximately 6 1/4 minutes, is structured in an A-B-A form. The first section introduces the musical and programmatic starting point. The contrasting middle section alters the sound, tempo, and movement before the final section revisits key characteristics of the beginning. This creates the impression of a journey that leads from a starting point, through a phase of transformation, to a renewed, expanded perception. The opening section is marked "Energico" and is in 3/4 time at 1/4 = 120. The triple meter can create a circular or ritualistic effect. Together with the brisk tempo and the energetic performance marking, a powerful, dynamic soundscape emerges. It can be associated with the monumental stone and the mysterious world of shadows. Darkness here does not appear as complete stillness, but rather as concentrated movement and inner tension. • The middle section as a realm of equilibrium In section [F], the music modulates from F to Eb. Simultaneously, it changes to 4/4 time and is marked "Dolce" at 1/4 = 66. The wider time signature and the significantly slower tempo reduce the external energy of movement. The gentle performance marking creates a calmer, more lyrical sound. This section can represent the moment when shadow and light converge and a state of musical equilibrium is achieved. The sunbeam in the program can be understood as a special sonic phenomenon or as a transition. The music is neither entirely in the realm of shadows nor unequivocally in the bright realm of dawn. This very intermediate position corresponds to the meaning of "Equinox." • Intensification and Return In section [H], "Più mosso" creates a renewed intensification of movement. The tranquility of the middle section is transformed into a new energy. In section [J], the music modulates back to F. Simultaneously, the 3/4 time signature and "Energico" return at 1/4 = 120. The initial musical situation thus reappears, but is perceived differently due to the preceding contrast. • Summary The effect of the piece therefore arises from the interplay of movement and stillness, darkness and light, tension and balance. "Equinox" appears as a musical representation of a threshold moment: a moment in which opposites are not resolved, but rather brought into a balanced relationship. • “Equinox” combines a clearly recognizable form with a vivid, symbolic program. Tempo, time signature, modulation, and performance markings transform the development from shadow through equilibrium and dawn into a comprehensible musical movement. The piece's effect arises from the interplay of mysticism, power, and tranquility. Opposites are not eliminated but rather brought into a balanced relationship. Thus, “Equinox” appears as a musical representation of a liminal moment between darkness and light. • Text: © musicainfo.net (KI) Quellen/Sources: Molenaar: Equinox

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