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Title	4 Old Dances (Four)
Article no.	9253003
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert music
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band); / (or); Fa (fanfare band); Flexi (variable instrumentation)
Instrumentation/info	4part; Perc (percussion instrument)
Format	DirStm (Condensed Score and parts)
Country of publication	Netherlands (nl)
Publisher *	De Haske Publications
Publisher's article no. *	DHP 0860054-015
Delivery publisher *	Hal Leonard Europe
Series title	Flexible Series
EAN (GTIN) *	9790035066362
ISMN *	979-0-03506636-2
ISMN-10 *	M-03506636-2
Year of publication	1986
Composer	Van der Roost, Jan
Difficulty level	1
Evaluation level of countries	A1 (Austrian A level); C1 (Swiss 4th class); D2 (German lower level)
Duration	5:40
Additional info/contents	These four dances are written in a kind of neo renaissance style. Because of the fact that little technical demands are required from its performing artists, these dances are mainly meant for beginning groups, youth ensembles and also for bands in all kinds of small strengths. Jan Van der Roost originally had pedagogical intentions with this piece.

No.	Track title	Duration	Sound sample
1	Bourrée	1:10
2	Menuetto	1:00
3	Pavane	2:30
4	Gigue	0:50

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Programme notes *: "Four Old Dances" is a refreshing reinterpretation of traditional dance forms set in a contemporary neo-Renaissance style. The composer, Jan van der Roost, masterfully combines elements from the past with modern tonal nuances. This mix of styles gives the composition a unique appeal and allows listeners to experience a familiar aesthetic in a new light. - Bourrée: The first dance, the Bourrée, is characterised by lively rhythmic patterns and dancing energy. Van der Roost gives this ancient dance a lively new interpretation by incorporating subtle modern timbres and rhythmic elements. The Bourrée thus becomes a powerful and rousing prelude. - In the second dance, the Menuetto, we find a wonderful blend of grace and simplicity. The delicate melodies and elegant phrasing create a delightful atmosphere, while subtle harmonic shifts bring the dance into the modern age. The Menuetto shows how skilfully van der Roost fuses traditional forms with contemporary expression. - The Pavane, as the third dance, exudes a touch of nostalgia and elegance. The slow, majestic movements of this dance are enveloped by modern sound textures that create a deep emotional resonance. Van der Roost is able to bring the atmosphere of times past to life in a contemporary context. - Finally, the Gigue presents a joyful and lively mood. The virtuosity of the instrumentation and the playful rhythms give this dance an energetic dynamic. Van der Roost cleverly adds modern shades of sound to infuse the traditional gigue with a touch of novelty. "Four Old Dances" by Jan van der Roost is a captivating and artful composition that blurs the boundaries between past and present. The fusion of traditional dance forms with modern sonic elements creates a unique and exciting listening experience. The music takes us on a rich journey through different ages and invites us to experience the beauty of the Renaissance in a contemporary guise. Overall, Four Old Dances can be considered a successful example of artistic innovation and creative redesign. In this composition, Jan van der Roost masterfully demonstrates how traditional forms and modern modes of expression can blend harmoniously to create a captivating and multi-layered musical experience. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: De Haske

	Format
	4 Old Dances (Four) (concert/wind band; or; fanfare band; variable instrumentation), Condensed Score and parts
	4 Old Dances (Four) (concert/wind band; or; fanfare band; or; variable instrumentation), condensed score
	Collage, audio CD  Click here to download individual tracks or entire album at
	Easy Band Music, 2 CDs
	Wind Music of Jan Van der Roost #1, audio CD  out of print

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