Bassoon and Piano
SKU:
ST.C181
Composed by
Graham Sheen. Wind &
brass music. Clifton
Edition #C181. Published
by Clifton Edition
(ST.C181).
ISBN
9790570811816.
Polka-dotsThere are three
contrasting types of
expression for the
bassoonist here. The
opening phrase is
staccato which is
followed (at bar 11) by a
sustained counter melody.
Finally (at bar 19) both
these effects are
combined in a second
melody which needs very
clear dynamic
playing.
M
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Puzzle
Sustai
ning the sound while
rearticulating the notes
is important in this
piece. In other words,
the opening should be
played almost slurred. Be
aware of the changing
harmonies underneath the
held notes in the bassoon
part.
Seri
ous Song
Long
but separate notes
contrast with real
legato. The main theme is
marked tenuto, so full
value for each note,
especially ending notes.
Even the quavers aren’t
very short at this speed.
Try to make the richest
sound you can like, for
example, a fine Russian
baritone.
Three Pieces
for Bassoon and
Piano
Grade
1
Former Spartan Press
Cat. No.: SP1161.
