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Title	Rhapsody from Scotland
Article no.	9585040
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 011948080
Series title	Original Compositions Series
Year of publication	1989
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Composer	Lijnschooten, Henk van
Difficulty level	4
Evaluation level of countries	C2 (Swiss 3rd class); D3 (German medium level)
Duration	7:38
Additional info/contents	This rhapsody is based on popular folktunes and dances such as 'Annie Laurie', 'Gina Body', 'Meet a Baby', 'Hundred Pipers' and 'Auld Lang Syne'. Henk van Lijnschooten is second to none to picture the legendary, mysterious, though fascinating Scotland. Prt Flt 1,2 Ob Fag EsClr Clr 1,2,3 AClr BClr ASax TSax BSax Trp 1,2,3 Hrn in Eb+F 1,2,3,4 Trb in C 1,2,3 (BC) Trb in Bb 1,2,3 (BC+TC) Brt in C (BC) Brt in Bb (BC+TC) EsTub (BC+TC) BTub (BC+TC) CTub (BC) KB Perc Perc-Various Tmp
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Programme notes *: The composition "Rhapsody from Scotland" for wind orchestra, written by Henk van Lijnschooten, is a fascinating musical representation of Scottish folk melodies and dances. This piece combines well-known and popular Scottish themes such as "Annie Laurie", "Gina Body", "Meet a Baby", "Hundred Pipers" and of course "Auld Lang Syne" into a rousing rhapsody. With "Rhapsody from Scotland", Henk van Lijnschooten has created a lively and colorful composition that captures the cultural diversity and richness of the Scottish musical tradition. The piece often begins with an inviting and melodic introduction that takes the listener into the atmospheric world of Scottish folk music. A prominent feature of this composition is the clever use of melodic motifs and themes drawn from the folk songs and dances of Scotland. These melodies are artfully orchestrated and presented in various instrument groups of the wind orchestra, creating a rich and layered soundscape. From gentle and lyrical passages to stirring and dynamic sections, "Rhapsody from Scotland" reflects the different emotions and moods of Scottish music. Additionally, the composition is known for its authentic representation of Scottish rhythms and dance forms. Van Lijnschooten often incorporates pulsating and rhythmic figures that mimic the traditional dances of Scotland, creating an immersive atmosphere. This gives the piece a lively and dynamic quality that can captivate the audience. In terms of structure, "Rhapsody from Scotland" is typically divided into several sections that present and develop the various folk tunes and dances. This structure allows the piece to explore a wide range of musical ideas, providing the listener with a rich and varied musical experience. Overall, "Rhapsody from Scotland" by Henk van Lijnschooten is an impressive homage to the Scottish musical tradition, which fascinates with its diversity, liveliness and tonal beauty. This piece enriches the wind band repertoire and offers both musicians and listeners a rousing and entertaining performance of Scottish folk music. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI)

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	Rhapsody from Scotland (concert/wind band), full score and parts
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