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Title	European Folk Rhapsody
Article no.	9226630
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Rhapsody
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Netherlands (nl)
Publisher *	Molenaar Edition
Publisher's article no. *	MOL 012257060
Series title	Original Compositions Series
Year of publication	1994
Composer	Balent, Andrew
Difficulty level	2
Evaluation level of countries	D2 (German lower level)
Duration	7:00
Additional info/contents	European Folk Rhapsody contains folk melodies from England (Early One Morning), France (Passing through Lorraine), Holland (When Duke Jan came sailing), Switzerland (Vreneli) and Austria (Sleep Little Soul). These settings use many styles and tone colors and feature short solos from several sections of the band. The stirring finale has the English tune 'Cornish May Song' superimposed over the melody from 'America' or 'God Save the Queen'.
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Programme notes *: Andrew Balent's "European Folk Rhapsody" is a captivating musical journey through the diversity of European folk music. This composition for wind orchestra integrates folk songs from various European countries, including England, France, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Austria. With a range of styles, timbres and solo elements for the wind orchestra's various instrument groups, the "European Folk Rhapsody" offers a varied and thrilling listening experience. The "European Folk Rhapsody" presents a fascinating selection of folk songs from different regions of Europe. These songs reflect the continent's rich cultural diversity and offer insights into the traditions, customs and stories of each country. From the gentle melodies of England to the lively sounds of Switzerland, the composition allows listeners a sonic journey through Europe. Balent cleverly uses different styles and timbres to highlight the characteristics of each folk melody. From delicate and lyrical passages to lively and rhythmic sections, the "European Folk Rhapsody" offers a wide range of musical expression. Through the use of different instruments and orchestrations, the cultural diversity and uniqueness of each folk song is artfully represented. The composition also contains short solos for the various groups of a wind orchestra. These solo passages offer the individual instrument groups the opportunity to present their skills and sound quality and contribute to the diversity and dynamism of the performance. From woodwinds to brass to percussion elements, these solos allow the individual instrument groups to develop in the overall musical picture. The finale of the "European Folk Rhapsody" provides a particularly attractive conclusion by placing the English song "Cornish May Song" over the melody of "America" or "God Save the Queen". This creative combination of two well-known melodies gives the piece additional emotional and tonal depth and creates an impressive finale to the rhapsody. Andrew Balent's "European Folk Rhapsody" is a captivating and stirring work that celebrates the diversity and beauty of European folk music. By integrating folk songs from different countries, using different styles and timbres, and incorporating solo elements for the wind orchestra's instrument groups, Balent creates an impressive musical experience that impressively reflects Europe's cultural diversity. The "European Folk Rhapsody" is a highlight of the repertoire for wind orchestras and delights both musicians and listeners alike. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI)

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	European Folk Rhapsody (concert/wind band), full score and parts
	European Folk Rhapsody (concert/wind band), full score
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