Composer

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David Dzubay

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1998

Average_duration

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10:59

Capriccio is a contemporary classical composition by David Dzubay, an American composer and professor of music at Indiana University. The piece was composed in 2000 and premiered on March 1, 2001, by the Indiana University Wind Ensemble, conducted by Stephen Pratt. Capriccio is a single-movement work that is approximately 12 minutes in length. The piece is characterized by its lively and playful nature, with a fast tempo and frequent changes in rhythm and meter. The composition is scored for a large wind ensemble, including woodwinds, brass, percussion, and strings. The piece begins with a lively and rhythmic introduction, featuring syncopated rhythms and a driving pulse. The music then transitions into a more lyrical section, featuring a solo clarinet melody accompanied by lush harmonies in the strings and woodwinds. This section gradually builds in intensity, leading to a climactic moment featuring the full ensemble. The middle section of the piece features a series of contrasting episodes, each with its own unique character and mood. These episodes include a playful and jazzy section featuring the saxophones, a lyrical and expressive section featuring the horns, and a driving and rhythmic section featuring the percussion. The final section of the piece returns to the opening material, with a reprise of the syncopated rhythms and driving pulse. The music builds to a final climax, featuring the full ensemble in a virtuosic display of technical skill and musical energy. Overall, Capriccio is a dynamic and engaging work that showcases Dzubay's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both technically challenging and musically expressive. The piece has become a popular choice for wind ensembles and has been performed by numerous groups around the world.

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