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Title	Orient et Occident
Article no.	9538080
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert march
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	United Kingdom (uk)
Publisher *	Maecenas Europe
Publisher's article no. *	MC 0009
Series title	Classic Series
Year of publication	1995
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Composer	Saint-Saens, Charles-Camille
Arranger	Reynish, Timothy
Difficulty level	4
Evaluation level of countries	D5 (German highest level)
Duration	8:00
Additional info/contents	The Great Paris Exhibition introduced Western Europe to Eastern culture and gave Saint-Saëns the idea for this magnificent march. It combines the fluidity, freshness and craftsmanship of his best compositions with an endearing charm not often attributed to his later music. Nonsense, of course, but an absolute delight. This edition is suitable for bands of almost any size and ability, while allowing performances of absolute authenticity. Edited by Timothy Reynish, who has provided a fascinating and helpful introduction.
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Programme notes *: "Orient et Occident Grande Marche for Wind Band (1869)" by Charles-Camille Saint-Saëns in the arrangement for symphonic wind orchestra by Timothy Reynish "Orient et Occident" is a remarkable composition by Charles-Camille Saint-Saëns, originally written for military orchestra in 1869. This Grande Marche represents the encounter and dialogue between Eastern and Western culture through music. Timothy Reynish, a renowned conductor and music educator, has arranged the work for symphonic wind orchestra, making it accessible to a modern audience. This arrangement expands the wind orchestra repertoire with an important work of the Romantic period and brings the brilliant musicality of Saint-Saëns into the present day. Charles-Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921) was a versatile French composer, organist, conductor and pianist. He is known for his contributions to Romantic music and his ability to integrate diverse musical styles and influences. Saint-Saëns was a pioneer in the use of exotic and oriental elements in Western classical music, which is evident in works such as "Orient et Occident." Saint-Saëns wrote "Orient et Occident" during a time when interest in oriental cultures was increasing in Europe. This cultural curiosity was encouraged by European imperialism and colonization. The work reflects Saint-Saëns' fascination with the musical traditions of the Middle East and Asia and his ability to integrate these influences into a Western musical structure. "Orient et Occident" is conceived as a grande marche and is designed in a classical three-part form: introduction, main part, and conclusion. The piece symbolizes the cultural encounter between the Orient and the Occident and uses musical elements to represent this diversity. The arrangement by Timothy Reynish Timothy Reynish, a respected British conductor and educator, has arranged "Orient et Occident" for symphonic wind orchestra. His arrangement brings the complexity and richness of Saint-Saëns' composition to the modern wind music scene and enables wind orchestras worldwide to perform this important work. Reynish has carefully adapted the original score to take advantage of the specific timbres and technical possibilities of a modern symphonic wind orchestra. The arrangement includes an expanded woodwind section and a differentiated percussion group, which emphasize the exotic and festive elements of the piece. The arrangement places high demands on the musicians, especially in the areas of intonation, rhythm and dynamics. Virtuoso solos and demanding ensemble passages require precise playing and musical sensitivity. Reynish uses the wide range of the wind orchestra to preserve the dynamic contrasts and diverse texture of Saint-Saëns' original work. The arrangement emphasizes the dramatic impact and tonal variety that characterize the work. "Orient et Occident" in the arrangement by Timothy Reynish is frequently performed at wind orchestra concerts and competitions. The work offers both musical challenges and a fascinating listening experience that delights musicians and audiences alike. It is valued as a significant work in the wind orchestra repertoire and contributes to the dissemination of Saint-Saëns' music in the modern wind music scene. "Orient et Occident" by Charles-Camille Saint-Saëns, in the arrangement for symphonic wind orchestra by Timothy Reynish, is a striking composition that musically represents the cultural encounter between East and West. Reynish's arrangement brings the brilliance and complexity of Saint-Saëns' work into the present day and enriches the wind orchestra repertoire. This arrangement allows modern ensembles to explore and perform the rich musical narrative and fascinating sound worlds of "Orient et Occident". Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Maecenas Music

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	Orient et Occident (concert/wind band), full score and parts
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