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"Lightweight Concerto in F"
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Title | Lightweight Concerto in F |
| Composer | F.G.J. Absil |
| Instrum. | Concert Band/Fanfare |
| Date | 29 May 2002 |
| Duration | 3'55 |
| Style | March - Symphonic |
| Key | F |
| Meter | 4/4 |
| Measures | 105 |
| Tempo | 120 BPM |
| Grade | 3 |
FULL INSTRUMENTATION
CONCERT BAND VERSION:
- Piccolo, Flute 1-2, Oboe 1-2, Bassoon 1-2, Eb Clarinet, Bb Clarinet 1-2-3, Bass Clarinet;
- Alto Saxophone 1-2, Tenor Saxophone 1-2, Baritone Saxophone;
- French Horn 1-2-3-4, Trumpet 1-2-3-4, Trombone 1-2-3-4, Baritone 1-2, Tuba (Eb and Bb Bass);
- Guitar, Keyboard, Bass Guitar, Drums;
- Timpani, Percussion (bass drum, cymbals, snare drum, triangle), Mallets (vibraphone)
FANFARE BAND VERSION:
- Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone 1-2, Tenor Saxophone 1-2, Baritone Saxophone;
- Bugle in Eb, Flugelhorn 1-2-3, Horn in F 1-2-3-4, Trumpet 1-2-3-4;
- Baritone 1-2, Euphonium, Trombone 1-2-3-4, Eb Bass, C Bass;
- Guitar, Keyboard, Bass Guitar, Drums;
- Timpani, Percussion (bass drum, cymbals, snare drum, triangle), Mallets (vibraphone).
NOTES FOR THE PERFORMER
This composition borders on both classical and popular music. A 4-measure signal motif (mm. 5-8) is juxtaposed with lighter sections (see mm. 9-17 and 22-30). The overture-like character is strengthened by the contrasting middle section (mm. 53-76) with its many tempo variations and modulations; there is a climax in mm. 69-70. The main motif is harmonised and orchestration differently; its final appearance (mm. 90-93) is at a slower, more dignified tempo, leading to a 'full-blown' close at the original tempo (120 bpm). Lack of a pop music rhythm section will not impede a good performance of this intermediate grade piece.