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The Clarinet Pages |
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Bozza - Aria |
Niels Wilhelm Gade (1817-1890): Fantasiestücke for clarinet and piano, Op. 43 Gade is considered to be one of the most important figures in nineteenth-century Danish music. His early music reflected national ‘folk’ heritage, but Gade later refined his style under the influence of Mendelssohn in Leipzig. The four ‘fantasy pieces’ for clarinet and piano were composer in 1864 and bear a resemblance to the more famous Fantasiestücke (1849) by Robert Schumann for the same combination. The leisurely opening movement, Andantino con moto is highly lyrical and in a simple ternary form. Allegro vivace is dependent on triplet rhythms and the repetition of the opening piano figure for its forward momentum. Ballade is somewhat less incisive. The clarinet’s first theme must surely have influenced Brahms, who used the descending triad so effectively in his Sonata No. 1 for clarinet. The final movement, Allegro molto vivace once again derives momentum from the piano’s triplet accompaniment, however the clarinet’s syncopation is an effective foil. The pieces do not exhibit a great emotional range, but are particularly agreeable to perform. The overall mood is one of contentment and confidence. Useful Weblinks Do you have any useful links? Send them to me. Back to the Clarinet Pages... |
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