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Title	Theatre Music
Article no.	9693260
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Contemporary Music (1945-present)
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	United Kingdom (uk)
Publisher *	Studio Music Company
Publisher's article no. *	M 050007579
Series title	Prestige Series
EAN (GTIN) *	9790050007579
ISMN *	979-0-05000757-9
ISMN-10 *	M-05000757-9
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Composer	Sparke, Philip
Difficulty level	4
Evaluation level of countries	A4 (Austrian D level); D5 (German highest level)
Duration	10:20
Additional info/contents	The 3-movement work begins with the overture. It sounds light and with a driving tempo. Lively 16th movements lead to the main theme. The bold second theme has a contrasting character through accents and articulation. In the second movement "Entr'Acte" the tempo chosen by the conductor gives the soloists space to make music. Eighth notes played portato accompany the solo and a well controlled dynamic leads to an effective climax. The concluding finale, like the first movement, stands in a brisk tempo and quotes the overture again towards the end. Commissioned for the "Musikpreis Grenchen 1990", a contest for new music in Switzerland. Prt PicFlt Flt 1,2 Ob 1,2 Fag 1,2 EsClr Clr 1,2,3 AClr BClr ASax 1,2 TSax BSax Cnt 1,2 Trp 1,2,3 Hrn in F 1,2,3,4 Trb 1,2,3 Euph Tub Tmp Perc

No.	Track title	Duration	Sound sample
1	Overture	3:35
2	Entr'acte	4:10
3	Finale	3:45

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Programme notes *: The term "theater music" refers to a wide range of musical compositions and performances created specifically for the theater or related to theatrical productions. This music can take various forms, including orchestral music, vocal pieces, instrumental solos, and even electronic compositions used as part of a theatrical production. A central role of "Theater Music" is to support and enhance the atmosphere and mood of a theater performance. It can be used to convey emotions, create tension or advance the plot. Theater music is also often used to emphasize certain scenes or to ease the transition between different scenes. In many cases, "Theater Music" is written by composers specifically for a particular production. These compositions can be the result of close collaboration between the composer, director and actors to ensure that the music fits perfectly with the production and enhances its impact. Additionally, "Theater Music" can also be contextualized outside of the theater, such as in films, television shows, and other performing arts, where musical elements are used to create dramatic effects and support the plot. The composition "Theatre Music" by Philip Sparke is a three-movement work that begins with a lively overture. The overture is characterized by a light, driving tempo that immediately immerses the listener in a lively atmosphere. The movement of the 16th notes gives the piece a dynamic energy and cleverly leads to the main theme. A striking feature of the first movement is the bold second theme, which is given a contrasting character through accents and articulation and thus expands the musical spectrum. In the second movement, the "Entr'Acte", the soloists are given space to present their skills. The tempo chosen by the conductor allows for musical development, while eighth notes played portato accompany the solo. Well-controlled dynamics help the piece build to an effective climax that impresses listeners with its sonic beauty. The finale of the piece returns to the brisk tempo of the first movement and closes the musical arc. Towards the end it quotes the overture again, which gives the work a harmonious connection and a well-rounded conclusion. Sparke cleverly manages to integrate various musical elements and weave them together in a captivating and dynamic context. Overall, "Theater Music" by Philip Sparke is a rousing work that impresses with its lively atmosphere, tonal diversity and clever structuring. It is a tribute to the world of theater and music, showcasing both the virtuosity of the soloists and the dynamic power of the orchestra. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Studio Music

	Format
	Theatre Music (concert/wind band), full score and parts
	Theatre Music (concert/wind band), full score
	1999 WASBE San Luis Obispo, California: The Korean National University of Arts, School of Music Wind Ensemble, audio CD
	Great British Music for Wind Band #1, audio CD
	Spartacus, audio CD

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