Analysis and Interpretation of Concerto for Clarinet and String Orchestra by Aaron Copland

Authors

  • Panupan Wannakul Master’s Degree Candidate, Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Chulalongkorn University
  • Sasi Pongsarayuth Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Chulalongkorn University

Keywords:

Clarinet Concerto, Aaron Copland, Technique of playing Clarinet

Abstract

          Analysis and Interpretation of Concerto for Clarinet and String Orchestra By Aaron Copland is one of the significance piece of compositions for clarinet literatures in the twentieth century. An archive in itself, a unique representation of the musical characteristic of its time. This piece is part of Panupan Wannakul’s Master clarinet recital which aims to study, analyze interpret the music and perform in the recital. This article will focus on composer’s biography, background of the song and interpretation. Including performance practice in order to aid the productive practice, the performance preparation and the presentation of the recital.

          The result of the research revealed that special feature of the song is development and adaptation of jazz characteristic that inspire to compose this song. Analysis of the melody, harmony, structure, technical passage and interpretation also adaptation of the perfect combination to present classical and jazz music can lead to better quality, precise performance and express this fine composition.

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Published

06.02.2023

How to Cite

Wannakul, Panupan, and Sasi Pongsarayuth. 2023. “Analysis and Interpretation of Concerto for Clarinet and String Orchestra by Aaron Copland”. Rangsit Music Journal 18 (1):92-108. https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/rmj/article/view/248594.

Issue

Vol. 18 No. 1 (2023): January - June

Section

บทความวิจัย | Research Article

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