PDF/Digital Download - Caprice - Andrew Batterham - Euphonium Solo and Piano
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This is part of the BookWright Music series of solo publications that are now introduced to the Euphoniumstore.

All of the series are PDF/Digital downloads. Make sure you are logged in to your account and then after purchase go to My Downloads on the Euphoniumstore front page and click and download.

Caprice was written for Matthew van Emmerik, to showcase his virtuosity in an engaging piece of concert music. The work is in theme and variation form, with the primary material being the theme from the last of Paganini’s Ventiquattro Capricci per violino solo, a collection of 24 caprices for solo violin. This theme has been the inspiration for similar works by many composers since it was first published, including Liszt, Brahms, Rachmaninov, Benny Goodman and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

In this work, the famous theme is treated to a more contemporary approach. The first variation, Capricious, relies on motor rhythms and jagged dialogues between the soloist and the band. It is couched in an organic scale reminiscent of the Phrygian mode. The second variation, Sad, is in direct contrast, acting as a traditional ballad and allowing the soloist to explore the expressive side of the instrument.

The third variation, Energetic, is a micro set of variations in itself, designed to display the soloist’s innovative technique and stamina. Each section is more challenging than the last, until the work concludes with a whirlwind dance at breakneck speed.

Like all of Batterham’s recent work, the musical language of Caprice draws upon classical, jazz, funk and ska elements to create a unique sound where anything can happen, and probably will. This arrangement was made possible through Matt’s instigation and generosity.

To view a video of Fletcher Mitchell performing the version with piano please visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOZ6KRldDVo

To view a video of Matthew van Emmerik performing the version with brass band please visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0hsvux_a5o

Download includes PDF solo parts in Bb and bass clef with piano accompaniment.