Wilson, Ian: AT - Chamber Music for Flute, Violin, and Violoncello

Product Information

• UPC/Item Number: RICL00024800
• ISMN: 9790570029013 / 979-0570029013
• Product Type: Musical Score and Performance Parts
• Genre: Contemporary Chamber Music
• Instrumentation: Flute, Violin, and Violoncello
• Difficulty Level: Grade 3
• Publisher: Ricordi

Overview

Ian Wilson’s AT is an innovative and engaging contemporary chamber music composition written for the distinctive trio of flute, violin, and violoncello. Scored at Grade 3, this work offers intermediate-level musicians a thought-provoking exploration of musical dialogue, framed within a refined and texturally rich instrumental setting.

In AT, Wilson demonstrates his skill for crafting music that is both structurally intricate and emotionally resonant. The unusual combination of flute, violin, and cello allows for a unique interplay of timbres, where airy brightness, lyrical warmth, and resonant depth interact in constantly shifting musical relationships. Each instrument is treated as both a solo voice and a collaborative partner, resulting in a fluid exchange of motifs, textures, and rhythmic gestures. The composition challenges performers to engage with a range of contemporary techniques—including extended articulations, subtle dynamic shaping, and complex ensemble coordination—all while maintaining a clear sense of expressive intent and musical cohesion. Despite its technical demands, AT remains accessible, serving as a perfect introduction to modern chamber idioms for advancing players.

Product Features

• Format: Full Score and Performance Parts
• Ensemble Configuration: Flute, Violin, and Violoncello
• Difficulty Level: Grade 3 (Intermediate)
• Suitable For: Chamber music ensembles, music conservatories, advanced student performers

Interesting Facts

• Compositional Style: Represents Wilson's distinctive approach to contemporary classical music
• Instrumental Interaction: Explores nuanced musical conversations between flute, violin, and cello
• Performance Challenge: Demands sophisticated interpretation of contemporary musical techniques
• Artistic Complexity: Demonstrates Wilson's innovative approach to chamber music composition

Publishers

Published by Ricordi, a prestigious international music publishing house known for supporting contemporary classical music.

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