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Title	The Idol of the Flies
Article no.	98082495
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Contemporary Wind Music (1945-present)
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Switzerland (ch)
Publisher *	Mitropa
Publisher's article no. *	1486-08-010 M
Delivery publisher *	Music Shop Europe
Series title	Concertwork Series
EAN (GTIN) *	9790035030974
ISMN *	979-0-03503097-4
UPC *	884088244996
Year of publication	2008
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Composer	Cesarini, Franco
Opus no.	Op.13
Difficulty level	5
Evaluation level of countries	C4 (Swiss 1st class); D5 (German highest level)
Duration	9:10
Additional info/contents	The tale The Idol of the Flies by Jane Rice is a classic of horror literature. It is the story of a child who, in an incredible series of cruel actions, persecutes those around him. In order to get the evil one's backup for his actions, Pruitt - this is the name of the child - invokes a rudimentary idol with the appearance of a fly. The god, so eagerly invoked by the child finally shows himself: it is Beelzebub, the prince of devils, who does not indulge himself to take possession of the child's soul. The composer has chosen not to reproduce in music the contents of the tale, but to create its archaic and mysterious atmosphere. Like many other horror classics, the setting, and the atmosphere of the telling are more important than the contents of the tale itself. Prt PicFlt Flt 1,2 Ob 1,2 Fag 1,2 EsClr Clr 1,2,3 AClr BClr CBClr ASax 1,2 TSax BSax Cnt 1,2 Trp 1,2,3 Hrn in F+Eb 1,2,3,4 Trb in C 1,2,3 (BC) Trb in Bb 1,2,3 (BC+TC) Euph in C (BC) Euph in Bb (BC+TC) EsTub (BC+TC) BTub (BC+TC) Tub in C KB Tmp Perc 1,2 Mlt 1,2
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Programme notes *: The horror in "The Idol of the Flies" by Jane Rice and the composition of the same name by Franco Cesarini "The Idol of the Flies" is a remarkable story by Jane Rice that is one of the classics of horror literature. The story, which was first published in the 1940s, is known for its dark and mysterious atmosphere. This atmosphere inspired the composer Franco Cesarini to create a composition of the same name for wind orchestra. The story "The Idol of the Flies" revolves around a young, psychotic boy named Pruitt who has an uncanny attraction to insects. He creates an idol made of flies that symbolizes his dark desires and mind games. The story unfolds in an oppressive atmosphere shaped by the dark and disturbing psyche of the protagonist. Rice uses concise but haunting language to create a dense and ominous mood. The true horror in The Idol of the Flies lies less in the actions of the protagonist than in the eerie and disturbing atmosphere that Rice masterfully describes. The setting is often dark and oppressive, reflecting Pruitt's inner turmoil and evil intentions. It is this atmosphere that captivates readers and creates a feeling of unease. The composition of Franco Cesarini Franco Cesarini chose not to tell the story of Jane Rice through a narrative musical structure, but by creating an archaic and mysterious soundscape. This decision reflects the importance of atmosphere in the original narrative and underlines that in horror literature the mood is often more important than the plot itself. Cesarini's composition is dominated by dark, densely interwoven harmonies and irregular rhythms, creating an ominous and mysterious atmosphere. The use of dissonant chords and tension-filled musical phrases reinforces the feeling of trepidation and unease. Cesarini uses a variety of instrumental colors and textures to musically capture the eerie and archaic quality of the narrative. Instrumentation is critical to creating the intended atmosphere. Cesarini uses winds and percussion to create a wide range of timbres that reflect the grim mood of the story. Low brass and percussive effects add to the heaviness and darkness of the music, while high woodwinds heighten tension and unease. Jane Rice's The Idol of the Flies is an important contribution to horror literature that is given a new dimension by Franco Cesarini's composition. Cesarini's work demonstrates how music can be used to capture and expand the emotional and atmospheric depth of a literary source. Cesarini's composition has been appreciated by wind bands and listeners alike. Musicians find the technical and interpretive challenge of the score exciting, while audiences admire the music's ability to create an intense and captivating atmosphere. The composition has established itself as a significant work in the wind orchestra repertoire and is particularly performed in concerts that deal with themes of darkness and mystery. Franco Cesarini's "The Idol of the Flies" is a masterful musical realization of the eerie and mysterious atmosphere of Jane Rice's story of the same name. Through the skillful use of instrumentation and harmonic tensions, Cesarini succeeds in capturing the deep emotional and atmospheric layers of the story. This composition remains a significant work in the field of wind orchestra literature and shows how music and literature can inspire and enrich each other. Quelle/source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Mitropa Music Wikipedia: The Idol of the Flies Tags: Spirits and supernatural powers Halloween, carnival and costumes Fairy tales, legends, stories

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