Prelude, Fugue, and Twists
The idea of a prelude and fugue dates all the way back to the 18th century. This long standing form was enjoyed by many prominent composers, the most notable being the many preludes and fugues of J. S. Bach. Strict guidelines and rules litter the form and nowadays it has become almost obselete, however with its legacy carried on through the teachings of counterpoint. However, what if you were to take the form and style, twist it (pun intended), and create something bizarre?
Throughout this work the prelude and fugue form is utilized as a basis, with thematic material explored throughout the ensemble. The subject of the fugue is set to constantly changing meters with an upbeat dance-like feel, loosely adhering to traditional counterpoint while exploring different color combinations throughout the ensemble.
Premiere performance by Santiago High School Festival Winds on May 8th, 2024.
Instrumentation
1 – Piccolo
2 – Flute 1
2 – Flute 2
1 – Oboe
1 – Bassoon 1
1 – Bassoon 2
1 – Contrabassoon
1 – E♭ Clarinet
2 – B♭ Clarinet 1
2 – B♭ Clarinet 2
2 – B♭ Clarinet 3
1 – E♭ Alto Clarinet
1 – B♭ Bass Clarinet
1 – E♭ Contra-alto Clarinet (doubles B♭ Contrabass Clarinet)
1 – B♭ Contrabass Clarinet
1 – B♭ Soprano Saxophone
1 – E♭ Alto Saxophone 1
1 – E♭ Alto Saxophone 2
1 – B♭ Tenor Saxophone
1 – E♭ Baritone Saxophone (1)
1 – E♭ Baritone Saxophone 2 (doubles B♭ Bass Saxophone) (opt.)
1 – B♭ Bass Saxophone
1 – B♭ Trumpet 1
1 – B♭ Trumpet 2
1 – B♭ Trumpet 3
1 – B♭ Flugelhorn 1
1 – B♭ Flugelhorn 2
1 – B♭ Flugelhorn 3
1 – F Horn 1
1 – F Horn 2
1 – F Horn 3
1 – F Horn 4
1 – Trombone 1
1 – Trombone 2
1 – Bass Trombone
1 – Euphonium (BC/TC)
2 – Tuba
1 – Timpani
1 – Percussion 1: Vibraphone, Ratchet, Snare Drum
1 – Percussion 2: Bass Drum
1 – Percussion 3: Tam-tam, Suspended Cymbal, Crash Cymbal
1 – Percussion 4: Marimba, Glockenspiel, Xylophone, Crash Cymbal, Tam-tam
1 – Piano
