Lynn Blake John
Proverbs
A set of compact unaccompanied movements that turns contrasting aphoristic characters into a test of musical independence.
| Composer | Lynn Blake John |
|---|---|
| Era | 21st century |
| Type | Original |
| Difficulty | advanced |
| Available scorings | Unaccompanied |
| Duration | ~8 minutes |
| Clef | bass |
| Originally for | Euphonium |
| Technical demands | multi-movement characterization, unaccompanied pacing, articulation contrast, rhythmic control |
| Good for | competition, unaccompanied program, undergraduate recital |
| Publisher | Cimarron Music Press |
Each movement of Proverbs is concise enough that character must be established immediately. Attacks, silence, and the speed of a gesture carry unusual weight when there is no accompaniment to establish the scene.
The set can work complete or as selected movements in a shorter program. It is particularly useful for players learning how to create contrast without changing the fundamental quality of the sound.