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Ophelia Dances Book 1 - (Score)

English · Paperback / Softback

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Dazzling and exquisite by equal measure, Ophelia Dances (1975) remains one of Oliver Knussen's most performed works . Its composer has long been fascinated by Ophelia and states that here he 'wanted to write a piece whose light-headed and giddy qualities would suggest a crossing of the line that divides laughter from tears.' The 8-minute work for nine instruments derives much of its material from Schumann's Carnaval and two late works of Debussy, La boîte à joujoux and 'Gigues' from Images. An introduction sets up four dances (each more compressed than the last) before the momentum collapses, heralding a poignant coda with an eloquent solo horn wreathed in shimmering celesta.

'The perfect miniature from the best ears in the business. Beautiful textures, and every note counts. I heard this for the first time more than 30 years ago while studying with Knussen and I still marvel at its mastery.'

The Guardian (Mark-Anthony Turnage), 26 April 2012


Product details

Publisher External catalogues UK
 
Languages English
Product format Paperback / Softback
Released 25.03.1983
 
EAN 9780571506651
ISBN 978-0-571-50665-1
No. of pages 52
Series Faber Edition
Subjects Guides > Hobby, home > Singing, making music
Humanities, art, music > Music > General, dictionaries
Non-fiction book > Music, film, theatre > Classical, opera, operetta, musical

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