
Fantasia spans inspiration ranging from the late Classical and early Romantic eras (like Schubert, Beethoven, Mozart and perhaps a little bit of Debussy) and Hollywood blockbuster films to UK hit TV series'. The work was commissioned by Canberra
Grammar School as part of their Silver Anniversary of the Evening of Fine Music, August 2011 to showcase their clarinet ensemble.
Written in 3 sections, the opening 'Allegro quasi fantasia' features shimmering piano accompaniment (and hints of Dr Who). The middle section is a 'Largo - molto legato e espressivo' with a soaring lead clarinet line reminiscent of Mozart's famous Clarinet Concerto. This segues into the fast and exciting 'Maestoso' section, featuring hings of Pirates of the Carribbean mixed with Beethoven.
Fantasia spans inspiration ranging from the late Classical and early Romantic eras (like Schubert, Beethoven, Mozart and perhaps a little bit of Debussy) and Hollywood blockbuster films to UK hit TV series'. The work was commissioned by Canberra
Grammar School as part of their Silver Anniversary of the Evening of Fine Music, August 2011 to showcase their clarinet ensemble.
Written in 3 sections, the opening 'Allegro quasi fantasia' features shimmering piano accompaniment (and hints of Dr Who). The middle section is a 'Largo - molto legato e espressivo' with a soaring lead clarinet line reminiscent of Mozart's famous Clarinet Concerto. This segues into the fast and exciting 'Maestoso' section, featuring hings of Pirates of the Carribbean mixed with Beethoven.