Composer

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William Kraft

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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2003

Average_duration

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12:54

Movement_count

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4

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Encounters XII is a contemporary classical composition by William Kraft, an American composer and percussionist. The piece was composed in 2006 and premiered on March 4, 2007, by the Los Angeles Philharmonic New Music Group, conducted by Esa-Pekka Salonen. Encounters XII is a single-movement work that is approximately 15 minutes in length. The piece is scored for a chamber ensemble consisting of flute, clarinet, violin, cello, piano, and percussion. The percussion section includes a variety of instruments, including marimba, vibraphone, crotales, and various drums. The piece is characterized by its use of complex rhythms and intricate textures. Kraft employs a variety of extended techniques throughout the work, including multiphonics on the wind instruments, harmonics on the strings, and various mallet techniques on the percussion instruments. The piece also features a number of improvisatory sections, allowing the performers to showcase their individual virtuosity. Encounters XII is part of a larger series of works by Kraft, collectively known as the Encounters series. The series is characterized by its exploration of the relationships between different instruments and the ways in which they interact with one another. Each work in the series is designed to be performed by a different ensemble, ranging from solo instruments to full orchestra. Overall, Encounters XII is a challenging and complex work that showcases Kraft's mastery of contemporary classical composition. Its intricate textures and complex rhythms make it a rewarding piece for both performers and audiences alike.

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