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- 6 Cymbals: Hi-hat (with Pedal set on half open), 22" (inches) cymbal, 18" cymbal, 16" cymbal, 16" Rived cymbal and 12" Splash cymbal.
These dimensions represent the suggestion of a scale and may be adapted freely.
- 1 Bass Drums (particularly resonant).
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2 Percussionists
Acquire the full score of both "Metal spirits I" + "Metal spirits II" in PDF format ! Contribution towards production costs: 7 euro.
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INSTRUMENTATION >>
player 1--
- Metal chimes (all ranges, large, typically used scale-organized Wind chimes rack)
- 2 Thunder plates: small, large
- 2 Chinese Cymbals: 4 (medium high), 5 (high)
- 5 Chinese Gongs: c#1 (with downward glissando, tuned), e1 (with downward glissando, tuned), g1 (with upward glissando, tuned), h1 (with upward glissando, tuned), d2 (with upward glissando, tuned)
- 2 Domed Gongs:: C4, A2
player 2-- - Glass chimes (all ranges, typically used scale-organized Wind chimes rack).
- Metal chimes (all ranges, very large, typically used scale-organized Wind chimes rack).
- 3 Chinese Cymbals: 1 (the lowest), 2 (medium low),3 (medium),
- 1 Chinese Gong: α (with downward glissando, untuned)
- 1 Tam-tam:: very high
This set-up is for "Metal spirits I" only. Additional instruments are required for "Metal spirits II". (see below)
PROGRAM NOTE (together with "Metal spirits II")
These two pieces in form of study are conceived on the ideas of impact and resonance. The metallic timbres are in the foreground, but are also expanded by the presence of special chimes that have a "guest"role. (For Metal spirits I: Glass chimes, for Metal spirits II: Stone chimes) COMMENTS
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VERSIONS
opus 79a
current version: v.1
MISCELLANEOUS
Dedicated to Simon FORSTER.
RECORDINGS
2009 - Audio and Video recorded by Samuel FORSTER (percussion) & Simon FORSTER (percussion) on 7th July 2009 at the H.K.B. Studio in Bern (Switzerland). Sound engineer: Beat MÛLLER, Video: Voltafilm Luzern (Switzerland), Stephan HEINIGER. Light engineer & general production assistant: Christophe KUHN. Produced by Alin GHERMAN with the support of the "Fonds Culturel Suisse", the Hochschule der Künste Bern and Voltafilm Luzern. photo
The video clip is already pre-released on Youtube.com
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Simon FORSTER playing the Stone chimes in "Metal spirits", July 7th, 2009
ABOUT PERFORMANCES
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ABOUT AUDIO EXCERPT
(audio excerpt, mp3 file 320kbits - 1'30" of 2'45" - the beginning)
Samuel FORSTER (percussion) & Simon FORSTER (percussion), July 7th, 2009 at the H.K.B. Studio in Bern (Switzerland). Sound engineer: Beat MÛLLER, Production: Alin GHERMAN
INSTRUMENTATION >>
player 1--
- 2 Rainsticks (2x high).
- Hi-hat
- 2 Domed Gongs:: F2#, F3
- 1 Tam-tam:: very low
player 2-- - 3 Rainsticks (2x medium and 1x low)
- Stone chimes (may be replaced by additional irregular chimes, avoid typically used scale-organized Wind chimes rack)
- 3 Domed Gongs:: A2# or E3, C3, D3
- 1 Tam-tam:: medium high
This set-up is for "Metal spirits II" only. Additional instruments are required for "Metal spirits I". (see above)
PROGRAM NOTE (together with "Metal spirits II")
These two pieces in form of study are conceived on the ideas of impact and resonance. The metallic timbres are in the foreground, but are also expanded by the presence of special chimes that have a "guest" role. (For Metal spirits I: Glass chimes, for Metal spirits II: Stone chimes) COMMENTS
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VERSIONS
opus 79b
current version: v.1
MISCELLANEOUS
Dedicated to Samuel FORSTER.
RECORDINGS
2009 - Audio and Video recorded by Samuel FORSTER (percussion) & Simon FORSTER (percussion) on 7th July 2009 at the H.K.B. Studio in Bern (Switzerland). Sound engineer: Beat MÛLLER, Video: Voltafilm Luzern (Switzerland), Stephan HEINIGER. Light engineer & general production assistant: Christophe KUHN. Produced by Alin GHERMAN with the support of the "Fonds Culturel Suisse", the Hochschule der Künste Bern and Voltafilm Luzern. photos
The video clip will be released in winter/spring 2010.
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Samuel FORSTER playing "Metal spirits", July 7th, 2009
ABOUT PERFORMANCES
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ABOUT AUDIO EXCERPT
(audio excerpt, mp3 file 320kbits - 1'30" of 2'45" - the beginning)
Samuel FORSTER (percussion) & Simon FORSTER (percussion), July 7th, 2009 at the H.K.B. Studio in Bern (Switzerland). Sound engineer: Beat MÛLLER, Production: Alin GHERMAN
4 percussionists
- Metal spirits III (2010) duration: ca. 4' ExcerptShow
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for multi-percussion - show details - about acquiring the Score
The score hasn't been assembled yet. If you are interested to perform the piece in a concert as a World Premiere please contact Alin GHERMAN.
INSTRUMENTATION >>
player 1 (=equals player 1 in Metal spirits I)--
- Metal chimes (all ranges, large, typically used scale-organized Wind chimes rack)
- 2 Thunder plates: small, large
- 2 Chinese Cymbals: 4 (medium high), 5 (high)
- 5 Chinese Gongs: c#1 (with downward glissando, tuned), e1 (with downward glissando, tuned), g1 (with upward glissando, tuned), h1 (with upward glissando, tuned), d2 (with upward glissando, tuned)
- 2 Domed Gongs:: C4, A2
player 2 (=equals player 2 in Metal spirits II)-- - Glass chimes (all ranges, typically used scale-organized Wind chimes rack).
- Metal chimes (all ranges, very large, typically used scale-organized Wind chimes rack).
- 3 Chinese Cymbals: 1 (the lowest), 2 (medium low),3 (medium),
- 1 Chinese Gong: α (with downward glissando, untuned)
- 1 Tam-tam:: very high
player 3 (=equals player 1 in Metal spirits II)--
- 2 Rainsticks (2x high).
- Hi-hat
- 2 Domed Gongs:: F2#, F3
- 1 Tam-tam:: very low
player 4 (=equals player 2 in Metal spirits II)-- - 3 Rainsticks (2x medium and 1x low)
- Stone chimes (may be replaced by additional irregular chimes, avoid typically used scale-organized Wind chimes rack)
- 3 Domed Gongs:: A2# or E3, C3, D3
- 1 Tam-tam:: medium high
PROGRAM NOTE
Metal spirits III is a special superposition of Metal spirits I and Metal spirits II. One piece is like the negative of the other one. The idea of superposing both pieces came after the related video clips were produced.
Although in the first video clip only two musicians play the piece, for a concert performance four players are necessary.
The material of the study is conceived on the ideas of impact and resonance. The metallic timbres are in the foreground, but are also expanded by the presence of special chimes that have a "guest"role. (Glass chimes, Stone chimes) COMMENTS
Never performed LIVE with 4 performers.
VERSIONS
opus 79d
current version: v.1
MISCELLANEOUS
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RECORDINGS
2009 - Audio and Video recorded by Samuel FORSTER (percussion) & Simon FORSTER (percussion) on 7th July 2009 at the H.K.B. Studio in Bern (Switzerland). Sound engineers: Beat MÛLLER & Benoît PICCAND, Video: Voltafilm Luzern (Switzerland), Stephan HEINIGER. Light engineer & general production assistant: Christophe KUHN. Produced by Alin GHERMAN with the support of the "Fonds Culturel Suisse", the Hochschule der Künste Bern and Voltafilm Luzern. photo
The video clip is already pre-released on Youtube.com
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Simon FORSTER playing the Stone chimes in "Metal spirits", July 7th, 2009
ABOUT PERFORMANCES
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ABOUT AUDIO EXCERPT
(audio excerpt, mp3 file 320kbits - 1'22" of 4'- the beginning)
Samuel FORSTER (percussion) & Simon FORSTER (percussion), July 7th, 2009 at the H.K.B. Studio in Bern (Switzerland). Sound engineer: Beat MÛLLER, Remixed by Benoît PICCAND. Production: Alin GHERMAN
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INSTRUMENTATION >>
for the Pianist--
- a flexible plastic comb (see photo is Note). - post-it stickers to label the strings - textile wire to mark the harmonics position on 2 low strings - optional: plastic (composite) nails, special glue kit (available in cosmetic shops) to pluck the strings more powerfully without damaging nails.
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for the Percussionist-- - Vibraphone (with bow) - Marimba (5 octaves) - Glockenspiel (with pedal) - Crotales; E4, F#4, A#4, B4, A5 played with Glock. plastic mallets + triangle beater - 4 Gongs (domed); F#2, C#3, A#3, G#4 - 4 Cymbals; high suspended, medium rived, low suspended and high-hat - 3 Tam-tams; medium small(with rim), medium wind(without rim),largest possible(with rim) - Bass drum: α (large and resonating long) - Whip: α (low, very resonant) - Wood chimes: α (few sets, large range from low to high) - Music stand: α (big and heavy), may be freely replaced and/or sustained with an alternative similar sound (steel brake drum for instance).
PROGRAM NOTE
„Haute tension“ (=“High tension”) was composed during a tensional period of my life. I wanted to transpose this potential energy on musical percussive instruments and search a certain beauty and interest in the “danger”. The situation of discomfort gives a special “alert” power and the outburst remains uncertain. The visual aspect of the musicians being under pressure is very important and adds a second dramatic layer to the piece. The music is made by the visible tensions and the sounds.
COMMENTS
As the Voltafilm videoclip shows, the musicians play with a CLICK (through headphones) and therefore they do not have any visual contact.
It has been noticed that for this piece in particular, this technical parameter makes the musicians even more alerted and thus interesting to watch by audience.
VERSIONS
current version: v.1
opus 75
MISCELLANEOUS
Piece selected by the Beijing Modern Music Festival 2011 for the "Young composers project".
RECORDINGS
Audio and Video recorded by Natalia KOZIARZ (prepared piano) and Simon FORSTER (percussion) on 25th Novermber 2008 at H.K.B. Studio (Bern). Sound engineer : Cyrill LIM. Voltafilm Stephan HEINIGER. Produced by Alin GHERMAN with the support of the Hochschule der Kûnste Bern and Voltafilm Luzern. photo
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ABOUT AUDIO EXCERPT
(mp3 file 192kbits - 1'41" of 6'30" - the beginning - prepared piano: Natalia KOZIARZ, percussion: Simon FORSTER)
Natalia KOZIARZ (prepared piano) & Simon FORSTER (percussion), November, 2008 at the H.K.B. Studio in Bern (Switzerland). Sound engineer: Cyrill LIM, Production: Alin GHERMAN
violin, electric guitar, percussion, accordion, coffe maker + conductor, general amplification
11 euro (= contribution towards production costs.) Acquire the full score in PDF format !
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INSTRUMENTATION >>
for the Percussionist--
- many plastic cups (7 cups/performance are needed). for the Guitarist-- - Electric guitar (+amplifier, effects) for other performers-- - (See Note and Score)
PROGRAM NOTE
Café-mélange is an audio moment for a good mood :-). It is designed as a compact music with choreographic elements capable to spread out energy for nice people. The musicians are linked to the dark drink by the coffee maker which is on the stage. The blended mixture of sound and warm smell create a relaxed atmosphere. The mechanic processes components of the machine had an important influence on the instrumental part. Composed in dark Polish winter to stimulate musicians and audience to push out clouds and depressions.
An audio moment with musical integration of coffee smell, machine's noise and cups.
COMMENTS
Musicians on stage read from separate parts.
Conductor and sound controller read from score.
VERSIONS
opus 62
current version: v.1.1/2006
RECORDINGS
- 2006 January 20th, Sala Kameralna of Akademia Muzyczna w Krakowie, Poland by Karolina DURBACZ (violon), Piotr DRODECKI (el. guitar), Andrzej W?ODARCZYK (accordion) and Michal PAWE?EK (percussions), conducted by Marcin PACZKOWSKI. Coffee Maker Salton FC-3T, Polarcup?s Art.22 were used. Special thanks to SME Krakow, Marek CHO?ONIEWSKI, Mateusz BIEN and Grazyna ZUBIK. 25th photo
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ABOUT PERFORMANCES
- 2006 January 20th, Sala Kameralna of Akademia Muzyczna w Krakowie, Poland by Karolina DURBACZ (violon), Piotr DRODECKI (el. guitar), Andrzej W?ODARCZYK (accordion) and Michal PAWE?EK (percussions), conducted by Marcin PACZKOWSKI. Coffee Maker Salton FC-3T, Polarcup?s Art.22 were used.
ABOUT AUDIO EXCERPT
(mp3 file - 1'07" of 7'12")
Karolina DURBACZ (violon), Piotr DRODECKI (el. guitar), Andrzej W?ODARCZYK (accordion) and Michal PAWE?EK (percussions), conducted by Marcin PACZKOWSKI. Coffee Maker Salton FC-3T, Polarcup?s Art.22 were used. Sala Kameralna of Akademia Muzyczna w Krakowie, Poland. January 20th, 2006.11 euro (= contribution towards production costs) Acquire the full score with separate parts in PDF format !
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INSTRUMENTATION >>
Percussionist--
- Tam-tam (85")
- Gong high D (next to middle C)
- 2 Suspended cymbals: (high : f/ex. Sabian B8 20 »/51 cm Ride, low) + 2 brushes
- 1 Rived Cymbal (f/ex. Paiste Fast Crash 16")
- Tambourine with little cymbals
- 2 Triangles of high range:: (high, low > !1/2 or 1 tone difference) + 2 metal sticks
Bb Clarinet, Piano (3 pedals) and Double Bass (4 strings)--
PROGRAM NOTE
An hommage to Maurice RAVEL and the Spring season. COMMENTS
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VERSIONS
opus 58
current version: v.3/2007
MISCELLANEOUS
Commissioned by Philippe ROSKAM (be) for his son Mathieu ROSKAM (clarinet player).
RECORDINGS
2007 - June, Audio recording by Nathalie JEANDUPEUX (Clarinet), Simon FORSTER (percussion), Tadej HORVAT (piano) and Melda UMUR (contrabass), conducted by Jacques-Alain FRANCK. Recorded in the H.K.B. (Bern, Switzerland) studio by Benoît PICCAND and Beat MÜLLER. Produced by Alin GHERMAN. With the kind support of Pierre SUBLET.
ABOUT PERFORMANCES
First performance in Brussels, Begium by Mathieu ROSKAM (clarinet), Ward De KETELAERE (percussion), BLANDINE WALDMANN (piano) and Eef PAREYN (contrabass), conducted by Bart BOUCKAERT, with the kind assistance of Françoise HELMANN
ABOUT AUDIO EXCERPT
(mp3 file - 1'47" of 7'07", performed by: see Second performance)
Nathalie JEANDUPEUX (Clarinet), Simon FORSTER (percussion), Tadej HORVAT (piano) and Melda UMUR (contrabass), conducted by Jacques-Alain FRANCK. Recorded in the H.K.B. (Bern, Switzerland) studio by Benoît PICCAND and Beat MÜLLER. Produced by Alin GHERMAN. June 2007
Oboe, Guitar, Percussion, Violin, Contrabass & amplification
- Les petits démons de la Rose (2010) duration: ca. 8'40" ExcerptShow in progress ...
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show details - about acquiring the Score
In progress.... The Score requires further improvements and thus is not available for purchase at the moment. If you are interested to perform the piece, contact Alin Gherman.
Check again later.
PROGRAM NOTE
Baignée dans un climat instable, la pièce exhibe une sentimentalité excentrique et bariolée à mon goût. Il est question entre autres de jeux, de surprises et d'extases dans un décor sonore entraînant mêlé à des parfums sucrés déjà connus. Cependant, la contemplation de la Rose est également teintée d'angoisses voire une certaine agressivité, comme dans l'introduction et la coda par exemple.
COMMENTS
A new version of the piece is due to be completed.
VERSIONS
current version: v1 (under developement)
opus 81
MISCELLANEOUS
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RECORDINGS
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ABOUT PERFORMANCES
Premiere 2010 February 24th, by Ensemble Vortex (Genève): Béatrice ZAWODNIK (Oboe), Rada HADJIKOSTOVA-SCHLEUTER (Violin), Jocelyne RUDASIGWA (Contrabass), Mauricio CARRASCO (guitar), Florian FEYER (percussion) & Daniel ZEA (live electronics). Hochschule der Künste Bern (Switzerland), GKS. Audio recorded by Benoît PICCAND. Video recorded by Hugo RYSER and Manuel SCHÛPFER. Edited by Alin GHERMAN. photos
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ABOUT AUDIO EXCERPT
(mp3 file 320kbits - 1'29" the beggining)
Ensemble Vortex (Geneve), see Premiere
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