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Author: xpedx7342
Date: 2009-12-31 22:52
i'm sorry, I dont even know if "virtuostic" is a word. But I would like to know what you think is the most virtuostic clarinet concerto. I will choosing one movement of a concerto to audition to play with a local orchestra. The time limit for one movement is 20 minutes. And I would like it to not be less htan ten minutes. I am looking for one that makes the audience go "wow" not only for hte technical difficulty but the overal power of the piece. Let me know your ideas please!
PS. I have played for 6 years, am a sophomore in High school (2nd chair highest band), and I can play solo de concours-messager if that gives an idea of my level.
Post Edited (2010-01-02 00:18)
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Author: DAVE
Date: 2009-12-31 23:04
The Rossini Theme and Variations sounds about right for you, IMO.
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Author: mrn
Date: 2010-01-01 02:08
xpedx7342 wrote:
<<i'm sorry, I dont even know if "virtuostic" is a word.>>
"Virtuostic" isn't, but "virtuosic" is (only one "t").
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Author: Ed Palanker
Date: 2010-01-01 21:18
I'd go with the Weber 2nd as well. It's a beautiful 2nd mov't and a very flashy, exciting last mov't. And the orchestra will be able to play it. ESP http://eddiesclarinet.com
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Author: xpedx7342
Date: 2010-01-02 00:18
Thanks for the ideas! I've been listening to tons of recordings today :D What do you guys think of the Crusell Concerto No. 2 F Minor Mov. 1+3. I really love the "aura" and feel of the piece. And as Crusell himself was a clarinetist, I hear passages that don't seem to try to showcase the clarinet as an insturment. Rather, he showcases the colors and voices of the clarient well in various passages.
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Author: Ed Palanker
Date: 2010-01-02 15:01
What ever piece you choose make sure the orchestra parts are available at a reasonable cost if it's a community orchestra so if you win you can actually perform it. ESP http://eddiesclarinet.com
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Author: xpedx7342
Date: 2010-01-02 15:15
I found three links for this sheet music.
http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/Clarinet-Concerto-Op-5-F-Min/5517391
http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/3348755
http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/Concerto-for-Clarinet-No-2-in-F-minor-Op-5/3216604
Could anyone verify that these are the orchestral parts?
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Author: Nat Johnson
Date: 2010-01-03 00:03
The most virtuosic concerto that I've ever encountered is by John Corigliano. I don't think, however, that it's appropriate for your purposes--I've been playing for 27 years and have a couple of college degrees in in clarinet, and I don't think I'll ever attempt the piece. I just list it here as a response to your original question.
SSG Nathaniel Johnson, D.A.
Western Nebraska Community College
101st Army Band
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Author: William
Date: 2010-01-03 16:03
And keep in mind, it will not be so much the *music* that makes the audience say "wow", it will be more about how well you can play what you choose. A little too easy is better than a lot too hard.
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Author: xpedx7342
Date: 2010-01-03 20:15
Yes, William, that is true. My ideal choice for the future is something like Penderecki, but that will be "just a couple" years down the road Before deciding ona concerto, Ilook at the sheet music and listen to recordings, and think to myself, "Can I really play this"" So yes, I have considered the difficulties, but thank you for hte advice.
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Author: clarinetguy ★2017
Date: 2010-01-04 03:31
I'm not sure how easy it is to obtain orchestra parts, but the Cavallini Adagio and Tarantella is always fun.
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Author: cigleris
Date: 2010-01-04 15:34
Surely virtuosity is in the player and not the piece??
Peter Cigleris
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