George Doughty
Grandfather's Clock
Doughty's beloved air-and-variations treatment of the old song is a compact lesson in classic British euphonium style.
| Composer | George Doughty |
|---|---|
| Composed | 1966 |
| Era | 20th century |
| Type | Transcription |
| Difficulty | advanced |
| Available scorings | Piano, Wind Band, Brass Band |
| Duration | ~6 minutes |
| Clef | treble |
| Originally for | Voice |
| Piano part | Medium |
| Technical demands | air-and-variations style, multiple tonguing, flexibility, showpiece pacing |
| Good for | heritage program, virtuoso recital, featured soloist with band |
| Publisher | Wright & Round |
The air should be presented with simplicity before the variations begin to decorate it. Keep the tune recognizable and let changes of articulation and register provide the interest.
The final variation needs brilliance without haste. Efficient tonguing, clear cadences, and a well-paced increase in energy preserve the genial character that has kept the solo in the repertoire.