From a Dark Millennium Comes the Music of Amber: A Comparative Study of Two Works by Joseph Schwantner
Description:
The two works of Joseph Schwantner which are the focus of this study, are quite unique for this composer. These two pieces represent the only instance in which Schwantner used the same music for two different compositions. From a Dark Millennium, and Sanctuary from the Music of Amber, are identical in musical material, form and length. While From a Dark Millennium was written for a large wind ensemble, Sanctuary was scored for a sextet of flute, clarinet/bass clarinet, violin, cello, piano, and…
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Date:
August 2000
Creator:
Popejoy, James
Partner:
UNT Libraries