Variations Concertant

Cette ?uvre dédiée à Fritz Neukomm a été créée lors du MidEurope Festival en 2004 par la Schweizer Armee Spiel. Le thème de base est basé sur une série d?accords qui se suivent de manière archa?que. Les variations qui s?ensuivent ne sont donc pas des variations musicales sur ce thème mais forment par un choix d?instrumentation particulier une ligne séparée parallèle aux variations en soi. Cette ?uvre est sans nul doute un vrai défi pour tout orchestre ambitieux et se pr?te admirablement bien aux concours ou aux concerts les plus prestigieux.

This composition is based on a passacaglia theme in which artistic perfection symphonic drama and oriental melody lines play a role. The passacaglia is originally a dance made up of a series of variations above a bass line constantly present as an ostinato. It is not in this sense that the 'Symphonic Variations' are in the passacaglia form but in the sense of the open form of the variations. Jacob de Haan himself originally an organist took his inspiration for this piece from the famous passacaglia for organ in C-minor by J.S. Bach. Following the introduction of the passacaglia theme (in the bass) the entry by the trumpets and trombones forms the majestic start to amusical adventure in which this theme (often fragmentary) returns in variations. Then there follow two faster movements with dramatic contrasts and virtuose passages. Particularly striking here is the use of two characteristic intervals from the beginning of the theme namely the minor second and the augmented fourth. An apause in the composition comes in the slow bridge where a syncopated bourdon (perfect fifth) is constantly repeated. The tension grows in dynamics and harmony and the oriental-flavour becomes obvious in the melody. We arrive at a faster movement via an accelerando in which a perpetuum mobile based on the passacaglia theme is central. Finally the whole flows into a martial theme in which the ostinato accompaniment n the descant derives from the passacaglia theme.

Sound Variations is a work comprising of eight short sections each based on a simple theme each characterised by a great variety of styles and sounds. It opens with a fanfare-like introduction that soon leads into the presentation of the main theme followed by five variations on this theme. Each of these variations has its own style: Swing Latin Waltz March and Rock. After a final repeat of the main theme the work comes to an end with a brilliant finale.

Chorale and Variations est une oeuvre de commande pour l?École Intercommunale de Gaillon Aubevoye en France (Dir. : Thierry Patel). Cette pièce est structurée selon la forme du choral suivi de trois variations sur le thème. Ancré dans la tonalité de Do mineur le choral se développe dans les registres médium et grave de l?orchestre puis est élargi avec une succession de variations lyriques florissantes triomphantes et ornementées.

Quite possibly one of Robert Longfield's finest works for concert band this theme and variations is based on a simple sequence of four notes. The set of six variations and a powerful finale provides the form in which Robert covers a wealth of styles portraying the full gamut of musical textures and emotions. A fabulous piece to showcase your advanced ensemble in concert or at festival. Highly recommended!

This work is based on the 19th century American hymnmelody ‘Resignation’ which is also known as Psalm Tune(Psalm 23) based on the words ‘The Lord Is My Shepherd”.It is in the form of a theme and variations with each ofthe four variations evoking different moods using afragment of the original tune. An evocative and joyful workthat will make a welcome addition to your concert repertoire.

This work is based on the 19th century American hymnmelody ‘Resignation’ which is also known as Psalm Tune(Psalm 23) based on the words ‘The Lord Is My Shepherd”.It is in the form of a theme and variations with each ofthe four variations evoking different moods using afragment of the original tune. An evocative and joyful workthat will make a welcome addition to your concert repertoire.

Es ist ein Ros entsprungen-Le célèbre choral Es ist ein Ros' entsprungen (D?un arbre séculaire) a été écrit par le compositeur allemand Michael Praetorius (1571-1621). Christmas Variations de Roland Kernen est suite de variations sur ce choral.

Variations on a melody by Adriaen Valerius (1575-1625)-Dutch composer artist and poet Adriaen Valerius is mostly remembered today for his collection of 79 songs for voice and lute or cittern published posthumously in 1626. Philip Sparke has taken one melody from this collection that tells of the War of Independence with Spain. The beautiful slow melody is followed by a series of lively variations to form an extremely entertaining piece that will bring great joy to all who perform and listen to it.

Le compositeur hongrois Zoltán Kodály (1882-1967) basait pratiquement toutes ses oeuvres sur la musique populaire hongroise tout comme son compatriote et contemporain Béla Bartók. Pour ses ?variations sur le paon? (1939) il emprunta la mélodie d?une des plus vieilles chansons populaires du patrimoine hongrois ?Felszállott a Páva? qui en hongrois signifie ?paon? et composa nombre de variations sur le thème principal. Le chef d?orchestre et arrangeur Jan Cober a réalisé une version fidèle de cette oeuvre de grande qualité

The traditions of Christmas hymns and carols reach virtuallyaround the world. Stephen Bulla’s Russion Carol Variationsis based on a jubilant Russian folk melody. Allow the musicto conjure an imaginary picture of Russian winter scenescomplete with heavy snowfall and adventurous sleigh rides.

Using the familiar hymn A Mighty Fortress as a foundation Tim Waters weaves an ingenious set of variations to form a significant concert work for symphonic band. At times dynamic and rhythmic then contrasted with softer flowingsections this is an impressive addition to the repertoire. Dur: 4:20