Preludes for solo classical guitar (2014)
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performed by Spencer Artwick, classical guitar; videos by Louis Ng
The five movements of Preludes for solo classical guitar were written between February and May of 2014. The set was inspired by the Five Preludes of Heitor Villa-Lobos, as well as Richard Rodney Bennett's Impromptus, both of which consist of five movements. Similarly, the relationships of the movements and their relative moods and durations take cues from both the Villa-Lobos and the Bennett. In the end, my set of five Preludes represents my ongoing exploration of the solo classical guitar--the pieces are most interested in the medium's seductive personality, natural beauty, and inherent emotion.
If you are interested in a score of Preludes for solo classical guitar, please email jordannelsonmusic@gmail.com
Performance History -
previous performances:
Spencer Artwick, classical guitar; Spencer Artwick's Masters Recital
Spring, 2015; USC Thornton School of Music, Los Angeles CA
premiere:
Spencer Artwick, classical guitar; USC Thornton Fall Composition Program Recitals
November 9, 2014; USC Thornton School of Music, Los Angeles, CA
previous performances:
Spencer Artwick, classical guitar; Spencer Artwick's Masters Recital
Spring, 2015; USC Thornton School of Music, Los Angeles CA
premiere:
Spencer Artwick, classical guitar; USC Thornton Fall Composition Program Recitals
November 9, 2014; USC Thornton School of Music, Los Angeles, CA