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Title	Tanzvisionen
Article no.	9688820
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Suite
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	DirStm (Condensed Score and parts)
Country of publication	Germany (de)
Publisher *	Bauer Georg Musikverlag
Publisher's article no. *	BG 794
Delivery publisher *	Scherbacher Musikverlag MSH
Delivery publisher's art.no. *	MSH 30448
Composer	Kühmstedt, Paul
Difficulty level	5
Evaluation level of countries	D5 (German highest level)
Duration	13:00
Additional info/contents	In the wind orchestra community, "Tanzvisionen" is appreciated as a challenging yet entertaining work. It offers the musicians the opportunity to show off their technical and interpretive skills while providing the audience with a lively and captivating performance. Kühmstedt's Suite is a successful example of how music can portray the diversity of human characters and emotions in a humorous and artistic way. I. Der Dandy II. Der Übermütige III. Pierrot und Pierrette IV. Springinsfeld
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Programme notes *: "Tanzvisionen" is a remarkable composition for symphonic wind orchestra written by Paul Kühmstedt. This suite, subtitled "Burleske Suite", consists of four characteristic movements: I. The Dandy, II. The Overconfident, III. Pierrot and Pierrette, and IV. Springinsfeld. Each movement has its own distinctive mood and tells a lively story brought to life by the music. Kühmstedt's work combines elements of classical music with burlesque and humorous influences and offers a varied and entertaining listening experience. I. The first movement, "The Dandy", depicts an elegant and confident figure who impresses with his distinguished appearance and cultivated demeanor. The music begins with a striking, stylish theme introduced by the woodwinds. The melody is charming and smooth, while the accompaniment by the brass and percussion creates a sophisticated and almost arrogant atmosphere. The movement plays with contrasting dynamics and rhythmic elements that reflect the dandy's smug and flirtatious character. II. The High-spirited One: The second movement expresses a happy and exuberant mood. The music is lively and energetic, characterized by fast tempos and unpredictable rhythmic turns. The melodies are lively and playful, often played by the higher woodwinds and brass. The percussion contributes significantly to the high-spirited mood by adding rhythmic accents and setting the orchestra into a cheerful frenzy. This movement is a musical portrait of a boisterous and cheeky character, bursting with joie de vivre and zest for action. III. Pierrot and Pierrette: The third movement is a lyrical and romantic episode in the suite. It is based on the characters Pierrot and Pierrette from the Commedia dell'arte, whose love story is often portrayed in a melancholic and tender way. The music begins with a gentle and graceful theme carried by the woodwinds. The harmony is soft and flowing, the melodies are full of longing and tenderness. The dialogue between Pierrot and Pierrette is represented by the interplay of the different groups of instruments, which tell their love story in musical phrases. The movement ends in a quiet and thoughtful atmosphere, reflecting the tragic beauty of their relationship. IV. Springinsfeld: The fourth movement is the liveliest and most humorous part of the suite. The music is characterized by fast, impetuous rhythms and sparkling melodies, embodying the irrepressible energy and high spirits of a Springinsfeld. The instrumentation is colorful and varied, with dynamic contrasts and surprising twists that reflect the restless and unpredictable nature of the character. Percussion plays a central role by providing driving rhythms and rhythmic accents that keep the orchestra moving. The movement ends in a fast-paced finale that celebrates the vitality and unbridled spirit of the Springinsfeld. Paul Kühmstedt's "Tanzvisionen" is a varied and entertaining composition that portrays the diversity of characters and emotions through the art of music. The burlesque elements and humorous approach make the suite a special listening experience that appeals to both musicians and audience. The careful instrumentation and clear musical narrative allow the performers to portray the various moods and characters in a lively and expressive way. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Bauer/Scherbacher

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