This work was commissioned for the Berkshire Young Musicians Trust, who required a testing piece for the woodwind section of their concert band. The piece opens with a strong unison passage based on the interval of a fifth and develops with a passionate legato. This is followed by the main vivo section of the work based on the earlier 5th figure; a bridge passage leads to a short chorale figure and a rhythmic climax, which dissolves into a plaintive solo for oboe over staccato clarinets. Following a recapitulation of the main theme, the oboe returns triumphantly and the opening unison passage reappears to provide a stirring coda.
| Artist |
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| Composer |
Philip Sparke |
| Publisher |
Anglo Music Press |
| Series |
Anglo Music Midway Series |
| Pages |
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| Language |
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| Category |
Ensemble |
| SubCategory1 |
Concert Band |
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| Medium |
Score/Parts |
| ISBN13 |
9790570290031 |
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| Dimensions |
305x229 |
