Général Lavine - Eccentric

Description

Clarinet in Eb, Clarinet in Bb 1, Clarinet in Bb 2, Clarinet in Bb 3, Clarinet in Bb 4, Alto Clarinet, Contra-alto Clarinet, Bass Clarinet 1, Bass Clarinet 2, Contrabass Clarinet — This is an arrangement of ‘Général Lavine – Eccentric’ from the second book of Préludes for Piano. It is written in a humorous style and depicts the American clown Edward Lavine, who appeared in the Marigny Theatre in Paris in 1910. This music reflects the character depicted, but also the pathos of the clown is conveyed through the varying musical styles and rhythmic contrasts.