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Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Leonard Slatkin, Conductor
Two Pianos and Percussion
Timpani Concerto No. 1
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The Planets
Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Peter Oundjian, Conductor
Appalachian Spring
Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Leonard Slatkin, Conductor
Piano Concerto No. 1
Conrad Tao
Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Leonard Slatkin, Conductor
October 11, 2013
Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Leonard Slatkin, Conductor
November 7, 2013
Percussion Ensemble
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All rhythmic "fanfares" (Letter 'E' and 5th measure of letter 'E') should be played louder and
Here is an example of how you might want to phrase this passage:
Information on my NEW book, "Beyond The Audition Screen", can be
Timpani Excerpts
Mozart: Overture to the Magic Flute
with articulation. It is also acceptable to put a slight ritardando on the last three notes. In general,
most of the printed dynamics are too loud. Play with a light style throughout.
For the "top 22 excerpts" asked at orchestral timpani auditions, please check out
"The Working Timpanist's Survival Guide" from Carl Fischer publications HERE.
found HERE.