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Title	Concerto pour Grand Orchestre d'Harmonie
Article no.	9112900
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Original contemporary music (20th, 21st century)
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band); CB (Concert Band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Netherlands (nl)
Publisher *	Molenaar Edition
Publisher's article no. *	MOL 011665120
Series title	Masterpieces Series
Year of publication	1974
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Composer	Gotkovsky, Ida
Difficulty level	6
Evaluation level of countries	C5 (Swiss highest class); D6 (German highest class)
Additional info/contents	This composition follows very strictly the principles of the composer, namely "to create a work of art that is universal and contributes to a unity of musical expression in all times in a strict contemporary language". In doing so, she tries to make full use of the source of inspiration that exists in every orchestra. The first movement is mainly lyrical, while the middle section contains numerous solo contributions. Full of virtuosity and rhythmic intensity, the work then comes to its end. The premiere of this work was received with great enthusiasm by music critics. Prt PicFlt Flt 1,2 Ob 1,2 EHrn Fag 1,2 EsClr Clr-Solo + 1,2,3 BClr ASax 1,2 TSax 1,2 BSax BsSax Cnt 1,2 Trp 1,2,3,4 TrpC 1,2 Hrn in F+Eb 1,2,3,4 Trb in C 1,2,3,4 (BC) Trb in Bb 1,2,3,4 (BC+TC) Brt in C (BC) Brt in Bb (BC+TC) EsTub (BC+TC) BTub (BC+TC) Tub in C KB Perc Tmp Mlt Clst

No.	Track title	Duration	Sound sample
1	Lyrique	9:10
2	Expressif	12:00
3	Obstiné	6:55

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Programme notes *: Ida Gotkovsky, a renowned French composer, has created a major work for top-level symphonic wind orchestra with her "Concerto pour Grand Orchestre d'Harmonie". The work is divided into three movements, each presenting different musical characters and challenges. This composition places high demands on the musicians while providing a rich and captivating listening experience. 1. The first movement "Lyrique" is characterized by a consistent lyrical quality. It opens the concert with expressive melodies and harmonic progressions that immediately captivate the listeners. Gotkovsky uses the full sonic possibilities of the wind orchestra to create a warm and emotive atmosphere. Long, smooth phrases and subtle dynamic changes characterize this movement and allow the musicians to show their ability for tonal design and emotional expressiveness. The movement serves as a kind of introduction, preparing the listeners for the musical adventures to come. 2. The second movement, "Expressif," is characterized by a wealth of solo contributions that highlight the virtuosity and individuality of each musician. This movement offers a contrasting range of expressive possibilities and technical skill. Solo instruments such as flute, clarinet, saxophone and trumpet come to the fore and engage in dialogic passages with the orchestra. The solos are often technically demanding and require a high degree of precision and musicality. Gotkovsky manages to develop a profound and moving musical narrative through skillful orchestration and varied harmonic structures, providing ample opportunity for both soloists and orchestra to demonstrate their skills. 3. The third movement, "Obstiné," is the concerto's brilliant conclusion and is characterized by its virtuosity and rhythmic intensity. The term "Obstiné" suggests a persistent, driving rhythm that dominates this movement. Repeated rhythmic patterns and energetic passages give the movement an irresistible dynamic and drive the music forward. The musicians are faced with considerable technical challenges here, as fast runs, complicated rhythms and precise articulation are required. Despite the technical complexity, Gotkovsky manages to create a clear musical line and a captivating arc of tension that keeps the listeners on the edge of their seats until the last bar. The movement often ends in a powerful and triumphant finale that showcases the full potential of the wind orchestra. Ida Gotkovsky's "Concerto pour Grand Orchestre d'Harmonie" is an outstanding work for symphonic wind orchestra that impresses with its versatility and depth. The concerto places high demands on the musicians and offers a rich, varied listening experience that impressively showcases the versatility and expressiveness of the modern wind orchestra. Gotkovsky's composition is a valuable contribution to contemporary wind orchestra literature and an impressive example of her ability to transform complex musical ideas into captivating and accessible music. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Wind Repertory Project

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	Concerto pour Grand Orchestre d'Harmonie (concert/wind band; Concert Band), full score and parts
	Concerto pour Orchestre d'Harmonie (concert/wind band), full score

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