Trimbeka is a composition which owes its existence to the anniversary of music s...(+)
Trimbeka is a composition which owes its existence to the anniversary of music society 'de Vlecke' in Gorredijk. The name Gorredijk originates from 'goor' or 'gor' which means : bog. Along the marshy peat ran a 'dijk' (the Dutch word for dike) called the Gordijk. The name of the village resembles that of the home town of the composer himself who comes from a town in Twente called Goor. Three streams used to run through the area around Gorredijk. the historical name Trimbeets (Trimbeka) meaning three brooks recalls this to mind. Gorredijk was a flourishing 'Vlecke' i.e. large village which was situated on an intersection of important connecting roads.The liveliness which this entailed is one of the distinctive elements in Trimbeka. Furthermore ominous sounds possibly refer to the dangers of the bog while the resonance of the merriment during the annual fair can also be heard. The slow middle movement is an ode to the beautiful landscape surrounding the village.
The Light of the World is an emotional and versatile piece based on the well-kno...(+)
The Light of the World is an emotional and versatile piece based on the well-known hymn tune Aurelia. This arrangement by Dean Goffin will leave a deep impression on both musicians and listeners.
Solo for Baritone Saxophone or Eb Bass with high humorous content. The soloist ...(+)
Solo for Baritone Saxophone or Eb Bass with high humorous content. The soloist tries in an entertaining dialogue with the orchestra to prevail. During the work in a musical way appears an conflict with the xylophone the orchestra makes an end to the debate with a melodious final chord. A must for your concert! Solowerkje voor Baritonsaxofoon of Es Bas met een hoog humoristisch gehalte. De solist(e) probeert in een onderhoudende dialoog met het orkest de boventoon te voeren. Gedurende het werk ontstaat er een muzikaal conflict met de xylofoon het orkest maakt een eind aan de discussie met een welluidend slotakkoord. Een aanrader voor uw concert!
As long as we can remember trumpets and percussion have been the instruments mo...(+)
As long as we can remember trumpets and percussion have been the instruments most closely associated with the army and its soldiers. Just think of the medieval herald who publicly proclaimed all the king's important announcements. This work opens with a festive fanfare which immediately calls for your attention. No tidings of disaster but a festive parade of soldiers passing by while whistling merrily. This idea was the composer's starting point when writing this cheerful little piece.