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Title	Utopia
Article no.	4040258
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert music
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	Netherlands (nl)
Publisher *	Tierolff-Muziekcentrale, 4700 BD Roosendaal
Publisher's article no. *	TI 430005HA
Year of publication	2012
Composer	Asanger, Thomas
Difficulty level	3+
Evaluation level of countries	A3 (Austrian C level); D3 (German medium level)
Duration	7:50
Additional info/contents	The title De optimo rei publicae statu deque nova insula Utopia literally translates, "Of a republic's best state and of the new island Utopia". It is variously rendered On the Best State of a Republic and on the New Island of Utopia, Concerning the Highest State of the Republic and the New Island Utopia, On the Best State of a Commonwealth and on the New Island of Utopia, Concerning the Best Condition of the Commonwealth and the New Island of Utopia, On the Best Kind of a Republic and About the New Island of Utopia, About the Best State of a Commonwealth and the New Island of Utopia, etc. The original name was even longer: Libellus vere aureus, nec minus salutaris quam festivus, de optimo rei publicae statu deque nova insula Utopia. This translates, "A truly golden little book, no less beneficial than entertaining, of a republic's best state and of the new island Utopia".
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Programme notes *: The term “Utopia” takes on a fascinating and complex meaning in the world of music. Beyond its original connotation as an ideal society in philosophy, "Utopia" in music refers to a creative and artistic search for an ideal, often visionary soundscape. This search results in musical works that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also create a profound emotional or even spiritual experience for the listener. In classical music history, composers such as Richard Wagner with his epic operas or Gustav Mahler with his monumental symphonies attempted to create utopian sound worlds. These works are often characterized by the use of large orchestras, complex harmonies and expansive musical narratives that take the listener on a journey through different emotional levels. The search for a musical utopia manifests itself here in the idea that music has the power to convey profound feelings and complex thoughts. In the field of electronic music, artists such as Jean-Michel Jarre and Klaus Schulze have attempted to create utopian soundscapes through the use of synthesizers and electronic sounds. The endless possibilities of electronic sound generation make it possible to create futuristic and transcendent atmospheres that seem to transport the listener to another dimension. The term "utopia" in music is also closely linked to genres such as ambient and new age, where artists such as Brian Eno or Vangelis attempt to create a calming, spiritual or even transcendent experience through sound. These musical styles are often characterized by slow tempos, spherical sounds and the use of natural or world music instruments. It is important to emphasize that the term "Utopia" in music is subjective and can mean different things to different people. For some, utopian music could mean a peaceful and meditative soundscape, while for others it could be quite bombastic and dynamic. Overall, the connection between "Utopia" and music is a creative and inspiring journey in which artists attempt to create sound worlds that go beyond the ordinary and lead the listener to an uplifting, perhaps even transcendental experience. It is a search for the ideal in sounds that push the boundaries of imagination and human feelings. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Tierolff Music

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	Utopia (concert/wind band), full score and parts
	Utopia (concert/wind band), full score
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