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Willem Breuker

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"Lost Ground" is a contemporary classical composition by Dutch composer and saxophonist Willem Breuker. The piece was composed in 1994 and premiered on November 11th of the same year at the BIMhuis in Amsterdam. "Lost Ground" is a suite consisting of six movements, each with its own distinct character and musical language. The first movement, "The Lost Ground," sets the tone for the piece with a mournful melody played by the saxophone and accompanied by a sparse piano and percussion. The second movement, "The March," is a lively and rhythmic piece that features a call-and-response between the saxophone and the rest of the ensemble. The third movement, "The Lament," is a slow and mournful piece that features a solo violin accompanied by a somber piano and percussion. The fourth movement, "The Dance," is a lively and energetic piece that features a playful melody played by the saxophone and accompanied by a lively piano and percussion. The fifth movement, "The Song," is a slow and contemplative piece that features a solo saxophone accompanied by a sparse piano and percussion. The final movement, "The Return," brings the suite to a close with a triumphant and celebratory melody played by the saxophone and accompanied by a lively piano and percussion. Overall, "Lost Ground" is a powerful and emotional piece that showcases Breuker's skill as a composer and saxophonist. The suite is characterized by its use of contrasting musical styles and moods, as well as its use of improvisation and experimentation.

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