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Second Essay

Composed in 1942, Barber's Second Essay is a masterwork of concentrated musical drama with a richness of texture comprised of highly charged and succinctly organized musical modules. The opening theme has a definite American flavor. This is followed by a fugal section evolving from simple tonal patterns to polytonality. After an intensely rhythmic third section, all elements are combined in a huge climax and coda which rounds off the work. Expertly transcribed by Dr. George Schneider, this is certain to find its place in the standard repertoire for mature ensembles. Dur: 11:00 (Grade 5)

Details

Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.
Publication Date: 08/2010
Credits: Samuel Barber/trans. George Schneider
Pages: 40
Length: 14.00 in.
Width: 10.50 in.
Series: G. Schirmer Band/Orchestra
Format: Score Only
ISBN: 0634018833
Voicing: Score
Band Grade: 5