Music Resource Item Type Metadata
Composer
Terpstra, Koos (b. 1948).
Gender
Male
Work
Dialogue. Rijswijk, NETH: Donemus.
Duration
12 minutes
Description
This piece was composed in 1978 for Guus Dral, “In memory of a friend who died at an early age.” The music is atonal and cell-based, and consists of alternating phrases for the bassoonist to play and sing, with the bassoon questioning and the voice either echoing or responding. In the end the question remains unanswered. In addition to singing, other extended techniques include speaking, theatrics, glissandi, and both instrumental and vocal improvisation are required. The range is indeterminate, and the music is moderately easy, although a trained singing voice would be an asset. This is a very unusual and poignantly effective piece.
Date Range of Work
1978