Klarinet Archive - Posting 000916.txt from 1997/09

From: Roger Garrett <rgarrett@-----.edu>
Subj: Re: WW5 music in a jiffy
Date: Fri, 19 Sep 1997 14:47:56 -0400

Whatever you pick, make one of the movements from the quintet by
Hindemith - it is, arguably, one of the best pieces in the repertoire,
and should be attainable in 2 weeks (portions).

Roger Garrett

On Fri, 19 Sep 1997, Michelle N Shoemaker wrote:

> Hi!
>
> I have recently been assigned to a WW5, and we want to
> enter a chamber music competition affiliated with our school.
>
> The problem is, the competition is in a little over 2 weeks. We need
> 1/2 hr of music, from contrasting style periods. We can play single
> movements
> of pieces, in order to have the best variety. Due to the time frame, we
> are searching
> for good, yet easy to learn quintets.
>
> The group is comprised of graduate students and upperclass undergraduates
> mainly, and the level of playing is very high. We learn fast, but we
> don't want to be overwhelmed.
>
> Any suggestions? Or tips of music to stay away from?
>
>
> Michelle Shoemaker
> Graduate Dipoma student
> New England Conservatory
>