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Programming
Lancier Brass take pride in the variety of concerts they are able to perform, ranging from recitals that employ educational aspects to those for more seasoned music-lovers. We recognise that each recital should be tailored to the situation, and through this hope to give the audience a more complete concert experience. Each of the following concerts makes up half of a recital, allowing us to mix and match contrasting themes to create a unique recital experience; naturally, all themes can be augmented or diminished to suit varying situations and all audiences. This list is not definitive and is constantly being expanded. Furthermore, we are able to develop a programme to suit your particular needs, incorporating ideas and suggestions proposed by the client, provided enough notice is given.
Baroque and Beyond
As the title suggests, this concert is centered round early music, but also includes modern pieces which are based on stories from the same period. A recital of this kind would include early antiphonal works by composers such as Gibbons and Dowland, investigate the art of counterpoint through pieces such as JS Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in d minor, and feature the poetry of Chaucer in Michael Berkeley’s Music from Chaucer. Lastly, a piece which tells the story of a 14th Century military trumpeter who is killed during one of his fanfares, something we are pleased to say we will not be re-enacting!
Back to the Future
Although time travel is not possible, Lancier Brass have made it happen with this fascinating account of the history of music. And the best thing is that the audience decides where we go next! Will they send us back to the origin of brass instruments, then fly us forward to the unpredictable world of Berio? Either way, they will be treated to an array of pieces which will showcase the versatility of the brass quintet, introducing them to composers such as Lutoslawski and to the sensuous melodies of Debussy’s piano music.
The History of Brass
This programme provides the basis of Lancier Brass’ educational concerts: it includes demonstratations of each instrument as well as an introduction to the origins and fundamentals of brass instruments. It will then trace the history of the brass ensemble, starting with cornett and sackbut ensembles, taking the audience through the development of the valve in the Industrial Revolution, before arriving at the modern-day instrumentation and extended techniques required to play certain contemporary music. Early brass music is showcased through compositions by Speer, romantic through works by Ewald and Maurer, and finally contemporary with works by Berio and Lutoslawski.
Around the World….. in 40 minutes!
This concert is guaranteed to excite with its diverse musical content. Our quick trip around the globe includes music portraying Japanese Haiku and Sousa marches, to traditional Negro Spirituals. The variety of music will mean there is something for everyone to enjoy!
For a more in depth investigation of world music, we can extend this concert to a full recital where you are guaranteed even more variety and excitement! The traveling aspect is fully embraced too as we spend time in Duke Ellington’s Caravan, and on the railway in Clear the Line Boogie.
America!
Follow Lancier Brass as they explore the diverse musical world of America. Whether it’s classics from the shows such as Porgy and Bess or jazz standards by Duke Ellington, you can sing along to those you know and tap your feet to those you don’t; either way, you’re sure to be humming those tunes on your way home!
This can be extended to a full recital with the rip-roaring second half (above) preceded by a display of some of America’s finest original brass quintet works. Compostitions by DiLorenzo, Tilson Thomas, and Plog showcase their talents giving the perfect start to the concert.
More Strings to our Bow…!
Ever wondered how Mendelssohn may have written for brass? Or how that Debussy piano piece would sound? This recital reveals all as we present a performance of Mendelssohn’s first string quartet, expertly transcribed for brass quintet by Verne Reynolds alongside other arrangements of familiar pieces not originally for brass. This is a great opportunity to hear a brass group in guises you did not think possible; combining to interpret Debussy’s Sarabande from Pour le piano, and even experiencing the thrills of Shostakovich’s orchestral piece, Festival Overture! With a few clever changes our audience will be able to hear many well known classics – whichever genre they were originally meant for!
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