Klarinet Archive - Posting 000945.txt from 1998/05

From: "Craig E. Countryman" <cegc@-----.net>
Subj: Re: [kl] Wind Ensemble
Date: Sat, 16 May 1998 23:13:24 -0400

> Roger Garrett wrote:

> If you examine the scores for each of the Holst Suites, you will notice there are 2
> oboe parts,

In the score I have I only notice one oboe line throughout the entire second suite. You
are correct in the case of the first suite, which contains an occasional divisi. I
targeted the second suite mainly because of the scores I have for both suites, the
version of the second makes a big deal about the instrumentation.

> the Eb Clarinet part in the first suite has two
> parts for the beginning of the second movement, 2 Eb Alto parts,
> Baritone Sax (in the editions available for the past 40), and the tuba
> part has doubled octaves at times....requiring at least two players. The
> percussion parts are: Snare, Bass Drum, Cymbal, Triangle, Suspended
> Triangle, Timpani

Point well taken, though I was making reference to the second suite, you are again
correct in reference to the Suite in Eb. Note that the percussion could be covered by
three or four players, even though six instruments are included.

<snip>

> > So, the term generally refers to a group of wind instruments, but is often seen as
> > a small group of one or two on a part.. It must be adapted to fit both the
> > composer's wishes, and be practical for the group performing the piece.
>
> Yes....you are correct....it generally refers........however, the original
> poster really was looking for a rule or definition......

And my point is that there is a general definition, however the term can be adapted, and
is adapted frequently.

> You have a good start on the basics of the band instrumentation....I
> especially appreciate your understanding for the need for flexibility when
> it comes to a school program.......
>
> Roger Garrett
> IWU

Thank you, and your comments have helped to clear a few points in my mind concerning the
Holst suites.

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