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Title	Hans Christian Andersen Suite
Article no.	9307019
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Programme music
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Netherlands (nl)
Publisher *	Amstel Music
Publisher's article no. *	AM 51-010
Delivery publisher *	Hal Leonard Europe
Series title	Music of Søren Hyldgaard
EAN (GTIN) *	9790035035436
ISMN *	979-0-03503543-6
ISMN-10 *	M-03503543-6
Year of publication	1997
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Composer	Hyldgaard, Soren
Performer	Danish Concert Band
Difficulty level	5
Evaluation level of countries	D5 (German highest level)
Duration	23:30
Additional info/contents	This composition by the Danish composer Søren Hyldgaard is a tribute to his fellow-countryman Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875). In this musical epic in addition to various fairytale figures present (like the little match-girl) Hyldgaard has also tried to represent the spiritual father of fairy tales in music. A delight to the ear!

No.	Track title	Duration	CD	Sound sample
1	Hans Christian Andersen Suite - I. Introduction: The noble Poet	2:48
2	The Hourneyin Storyteller	4:37
3	The little Match-Girl	4:45
4	Constantinopel: A Poet's Bazar	2:54
5	Dream Waltz	5:03
6	The Tinder-Box	2:55

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Programme notes *: Hans Christian Andersen and the "Hans Christian Andersen Suite" by Soren Hyldgaard Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) is one of Denmark's best-known poets and writers, famous for his fairy tales that have enchanted generations of readers worldwide. His stories, including classics such as "The Little Mermaid", "The Ugly Duckling" and "The Little Match-Seller's Girl", are deeply rooted in cultural history and have inspired many artists. One of these artists is the Danish composer Soren Hyldgaard, who has created a musical monument in honor of the great storyteller with his "Hans Christian Andersen Suite" for symphonic wind orchestra. The "Hans Christian Andersen Suite" consists of six movements that musically represent different aspects of Andersen's life and work. Each movement offers a unique sound world that immerses listeners in Andersen's imaginative and emotional stories. I. Introduction: The Noble Poet - The first movement serves as an introduction and tribute to Andersen as a noble poet. With majestic melodies and rich harmonies, Hyldgaard captures the spirit and grandeur of Andersen's literary legacy. The music conveys an aura of awe and respect that befits the poet's fame and importance. II. The Journeying Storyteller - This movement describes Andersen as a traveling storyteller who collected and disseminated his stories on his many journeys. The music is lively and moving, with rhythmic elements that represent the movement and adventure of traveling. Melodic themes change rapidly to reflect the variety of impressions and encounters on Andersen's travels. III. The Little Match-Girl - In this movement, the heartbreaking story of the little girl who sells matches is told musically. Hyldgaard uses soft, melancholy melodies and delicate orchestrations to convey the tragedy and compassion of the story. The music captures the coldness and loneliness of the little match seller and ends on a bittersweet but redeeming note. IV. Constantinople: A Poet's Bazaar - This movement is based on Andersen's travels to Constantinople and his work "A Poet's Bazaar". The music is exotic and lively, with oriental sounds and rhythms that capture the vibrant atmosphere of the bazaar and the cultural diversity of the city. Hyldgaard creates a rich musical picture of Andersen's impressions and experiences in Constantinople. V. Dream Waltz - The fifth movement is a dreamy waltz that reflects Andersen's poetic and imaginative side. With elegant melodies and floating harmonies, the music creates an enchanting atmosphere reminiscent of the magical and fairy-tale worlds Andersen created in his stories. The waltz rhythm gives the movement a graceful and romantic quality. VI. The Tinder-Box- The final movement is based on the story "The Tinderbox". The music is dramatic and energetic, with powerful themes and dynamic rhythms that reflect the adventures and magical elements of the story. Hyldgaard uses the full sound spectrum of the wind orchestra to musically unfold the excitement and spectacle of the story. The "Hans Christian Andersen Suite" by Soren Hyldgaard is a musical tribute to one of the greatest storytellers of all time. The suite is appreciated for its creative orchestration, emotional depths and ability to bring Andersen's stories to life. It is both a challenge and a pleasure for wind orchestras, offering audiences a rich and engaging listening experience. The reception of the suite has been positive, and it is often performed at concerts and festivals. Musicians and conductors praise the suite for its musical diversity and its ability to transport listeners into Andersen's fairytale world. Soren Hyldgaard's "Hans Christian Andersen Suite" is a masterful composition that pays musical tribute to the life and work of Hans Christian Andersen. With its six movements, the suite captures the various facets of Andersen's stories and travels and offers a varied and captivating listening experience. With this suite, Hyldgaard has created an important work for the repertoire of symphonic wind orchestras that honors Andersen's literary legacy in an impressive way. Quelle/Source: musicaifno.net (KI) Information: Amstel Music Tags: Fairy tales, legends, stories personalities

	Format
	Hans Christian Andersen Suite (concert/wind band), full score and parts
	Hans Christian Andersen Suite (concert/wind band), Oversized score
	Rekrutenspiel 207/99 Herisau/St.Gallen, audio CD  out of print
	Scandinavian Connection, The, audio CD

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