Ternes: 4 Gedanken, Op. 115
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Shipping Policy- Composer: Tina Ternes (1969-)
- Instrumentation: Piano, Recorder
- Work: 4 Gedanken (4 Thoughts), Op. 115
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Description
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Melancholy (Tenor Recorder) The basic idea behind this piece is that of thoughts circling around a particular matter, examining it from different perspectives without necessarily arriving at a solution. Consequently, variation rather than contrast plays the central role, although the middle section—initially cadenza-like and later rhythmic—stands apart from the framing A section. The melodic material is shared quite evenly between piano and recorder, creating an overall atmosphere of calmness and melancholy.
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Consolation (Bass Recorder) This piece is built around two themes: an opening six-bar idea and a principal theme extending over twenty bars. The brief middle section shifts the focus to harmonic development. Both themes return, though the principal theme reappears in variation form, beginning in A Major in the piano before being taken over by the recorder, which carries the melodic lead throughout the work. The piece is intended to evoke a sense of inner peace and serenity.
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Dream Dance (Alto Recorder) This piece seeks to capture thoughts that flit back and forth, elusive and difficult to grasp, yet cheerful, simple, and playful. Formally, it is a rondo built around a four-bar theme that alternates between the recorder and the piano, serving as the recurring ritornello. The refrain remains in E Major, while the two episodes explore different keys.
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Promenade (Soprano Recorder) Here, thoughts are imagined as taking a leisurely walk. The opening section draws melodically on the Lydian, Dorian, and Mixolydian modes, while the steady quarter-note rhythm with grace-note figures in the piano is intended to suggest the act of strolling. The two contrasting middle sections (mm. 18–48 and mm. 49–65) represent places encountered along this contemplative walk—places where one pauses to observe quietly before setting out on the journey back.
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Ternes: 4 Gedanken, Op. 115
