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Title	Alchemy
Article no.	4077845
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert music
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	USA (us)
Publisher *	Niel A Kjos Music Company
Publisher's article no. *	WB 440
Series title	Concert Band Repertoire
EAN (GTIN) *	0084027042281
UPC *	084027042281
Year of publication	2014
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Composer	Boysen, Andrew Jr.
Difficulty level	4
Evaluation level of countries	D4 (German upper level)
Duration	5:35
Additional info/contents	An alchemist combines two metals in an attempt to make gold. Composer Andrew Boysen, Jr. combines two disparate musical ideas—a chorale and a rhythmic allegro—creating an exciting new musical element in Alchemy. Prt PicFlt Flt 1,2 Ob 1,2 Fag 1,2 Clr 1,2,3 BClr CAClr in Eb ASax 1,2 TSax EBSax Trp 1,2,3 Hrn in F 1,2,3,4 Trb 1,2,3 Brt (BC+TC) Tub Perc 1,2,3,4: -Tmp -SD -Finger-Cym -ChCym -Vib -Wispi -Metal Music Stand -Trng -BrDr -Ice Bell -Glsp -SuCym (2) -BTr -TamTam
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Programme notes *: "Alchemy" in music and the composition of Andrew Boysen Jr. The term "Alchemy" has a fascinating meaning in music, often linked to the idea of transformation, mystery and transition. In the world of wind band compositions, Andrew Boysen Jr. explores these concepts through his work Alchemy, which is a musical journey through these profound themes. In music, alchemy is often a metaphor for the creative and transformative power of composition. Like alchemists, composers seek to experiment and manipulate sounds and melodies to create something new and potent. The idea that simple elements can become something complex and precious is reflected in the art of composing, where themes, motifs and harmonies are brought together and altered to create emotional and narrative impact. Andrew Boysen Jr.'s composition "Alchemy" for concert band is an example of this creative approach. The piece consists of a rich soundscape that evokes a variety of emotions and images through different instrument groups and musical textures. "Alchemy" is divided into several sections that could represent different facets of the alchemical process. The beginning could symbolize the search or experimentation, while the middle part represents the transformation and transition from one state to another. Perhaps at the end of the piece the result of this alchemical journey will be presented - a musical work that is more than the sum of its parts and creates an emotional resonance with the audience. Boysen Jr.'s musical language in "Alchemy" is innovative and engaging. He uses orchestral instruments in creative ways to produce a wide range of sounds and effects. The composition requires musicians to have precision, expressiveness and a deep understanding of the musical narrative in order to capture the subtle nuances and dramatic climaxes of the piece. Overall, "Alchemy" by Andrew Boysen Jr. is an outstanding and inspiring composition that interprets alchemical principles in a musical way and explores the boundaries of concert band music. It invites listeners to embark on a sonic journey of transformation and discovery and showcases the composer's creative brilliance in representing abstract concepts through music. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Neil A. Kjos Music Company

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

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