The Rite of Spring: A Percussionist's Guide by Chris Dechiara (English) Paperbac

Description: The Rite of Spring by Chris Dechiara A detailed description of the percussion writing, score discrepancies, and performance techniques in Stravinskys, "The Rite of Spring." FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From the timpanists first triplet to the last sforzando G-sharp, Stravinskys The Rite of Spring is a percussionists dream. Dueling timpani parts, scraped tam-tam, antique cymbals, and unique bass drum rhythms distinguish the score that changed classical music and percussion writing forever. In this definitive guide, percussionist/timpanist Chris DeChiara-who has performed the piece numerous times under renowned conductors such as James Conlon and Christoph Eschenbach-explores the history, nuances, and discrepancies in scores and parts of the composition to enrich the perspective of percussionists navigating their own audition or performance.With a guide to instruments, detailed interpretations of each passage, and visual examples, The Rite of Spring, A Percussionists Guide, will educate and inspire percussionists and conductors tackling this thrilling piece. Author Biography A native of Boston, Massachusetts, percussionist Chris DeChiara received his education from New England Conservatory (MM) with Academic Honors and Distinction in Performance and from the University of Massachusetts at Lowell (BM), graduating cum laude. He has performed with the Boston Ballet, Boston Lyric Opera, Boston Philharmonic, Rhode Island Symphony, Kennedy Center Opera Orchestra, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Concert Artists of Baltimore, Harrisburg Symphony, and National Philharmonic. He has participated in the Rome Festival Orchestra, Aspen Music Festival, Spoleto, Schleswig-Holstein, and was principal percussionist of the World Philharmonic concert in Bonn, Germany, 1999. Published articles appear in issues of Modern Drummer magazine. Chris is currently a member and soloist with the United States Navy Band in Washington DC, drummer of the local cover band, Dr.FU and Iron Maiden tribute Eyes of the Nile, lead singer of Beatles acoustic group Nowhere Men, principal timpanist with the conductorless chamber group, ARS Nova Ensemble, and principal timpanist with Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra of Washington. He conveys his passion for the arts by mentoring the next generation of musicians, teaching masterclasses, clinics, private lessons, percussion ensembles, drumlines, and coaching orchestral and concert band percussion sections in the DC metropolitan region. Chris resides in Burke, VA, maintaining a home studio where he teaches, produces drum and percussion videos, and records drum and percussion tracks for artists of all genres. More information is available at Review "This is a terrific publication presenting historical background, insight into the editions, setup options, part assignments, and practical performance suggestions for The Rite of Spring. Percussionists will find this very useful in approaching Stravinskys masterpiece."- Raynor CarrollPrincipal Percussion, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Retired"Chris delves deep into the inner workings of what is arguably the most iconic piece in the repertoire. With so many editions, changes, and interpretations available, Chris does a fantastic job of offering context and helpful past performance practices, while still leaving room for your own ideas. Furthermore, the historical background and information he provides sheds light into Stravinskys compositional process, which is an invaluable tool for anyone who performs this piece. This is a must read for all percussionists. BRAVO, Chris!" -Jauvon GilliamPrincipal Timpanist, National Symphony Orchestra"It is fun to read and brings up some great points which give us some interesting things to think about, and strive for, when performing this great work."-Jeffrey FischerPrincipal Timpanist, Boston Ballet and Boston Lyric Opera Orchestras"This is an essential contribution. Stravinskys scores are notoriously treacherous for percussionists (see: LHistoire du soldat). In this work, Chris is able to create an engaging and personal map for any percussionist to succeed in a performance of another behemoth: The Rite of Spring. For a conductor, this type of knowledge is essential as throughout the work, performers will rely on the conductors sound preferences for choice of equipment and execution. Chris details the essential places where this will be sure to happen and I now feel better prepared to conduct this work and vitally aware of the host of options available to me as an interpreter."-John DevlinMusic Director, Wheeling Symphony Orchestra"Written in a clear and concise style, this is an invaluable addition to scholarship devoted to Stravinskys Rite of Spring. Chris DeChiara has provided an outstanding roadmap to one of the towering masterpieces of the 20th century. The Rite of Spring, A Percussionists Guide, is essential reading for conductors and percussionists preparing this complex masterpiece."-Emil de Cou, Music Director, Pacific Northwest Ballet; Conductor, National Symphony Orchestra at Wolf Trap Details ISBN0578760711 Short Title The Rite of Spring Language English Year 2020 ISBN-10 0578760711 ISBN-13 9780578760711 Format Paperback Subtitle A Percussionists Guide Pages 108 Author Chris Dechiara Publisher Chris Dechiara Publication Date 2020-11-09 UK Release Date 2020-11-09 Imprint Chris Dechiara Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:130292018;

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