The Genesis of Bottesini’s Gran Quintetto for Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass and the Application of the Italian Scordatura

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Main Author:	Mehraban, Andrew
Language:	English
Published:	The Ohio State University / OhioLINK 2021
Subjects:	Music
Online Access:	http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1619188369070701

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spelling	ndltd-OhioLink-oai-etd.ohiolink.edu-osu16191883690707012021-10-02T05:10:33Z The Genesis of Bottesini’s Gran Quintetto for Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass and the Application of the Italian Scordatura Mehraban, Andrew Music Giovanni Bottesini was a widely known performer and composer of double bass repertoire. His solo and chamber compositions until the mid-1850’s showcased Bottesini’s virtuosity on the instrument and often quoted operas.The Gran Quintetto deviates from Bottesini’s compositional norm as it does not feature the double bass as a virtuosic participant in the music nor does it quote opera. Rather, the double bass plays a more supportive role in the ensemble and the piece features original melodies, reflecting a mix of influences from Bottesini’s experiences in chamber music both at home and abroad.In addition to this composition’s unique origin, the range of the double bass part exceeds the lower range of the traditional Italian three-stringed bass (A-D-G). Bottesini’s performances of the piece and his preference for quartal tunings imply the consideration of the Italian scordatura for these concerts. Exploration of the scordatura shows significant left-hand and acoustic benefits when applied to the Gran Quintetto.This document will discuss the origins of the Gran Quintetto and the Italian scordatura. It will also illuminate the left hand and acoustic advantages inherent in this tuning specifically with regard to the performance of the bass part in the Gran Quintetto. It will examine the piece and the composer in the context of the historical time in which it was written. Included will be a discussion of the advantages of using the Italian scordatura in performance of the Gran Quintetto, and ways to integrate the Italian scordatura on a modern instrument. In addition, the document includes a double bass part for the Gran Quintetto that utilizes the scordatura. 2021-09-30 English text The Ohio State University / OhioLINK http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1619188369070701 http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1619188369070701 unrestricted This thesis or dissertation is protected by copyright: all rights reserved. It may not be copied or redistributed beyond the terms of applicable copyright laws.
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The Genesis of Bottesini’s Gran Quintetto for Two Violins, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass and the Application of the Italian Scordatura

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