The modern handbell ensemble as an asset to new music| Expanding opportunities in extended technique

<p> The modern handbell ensemble, as a musical instrument, presents unique possibilities to composers. Much of the current handbell ensemble repertoire is intended for church or pedagogical use. However, this instrument features a dazzling array of extended techniques, a kinetic visual quality...

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Main Author: Guebert, Alexander M.
Language:EN
Published: California State University, Long Beach 2014
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spelling ndltd-PROQUEST-oai-pqdtoai.proquest.com-15279452014-08-14T04:13:05Z The modern handbell ensemble as an asset to new music| Expanding opportunities in extended technique Guebert, Alexander M. Music <p> The modern handbell ensemble, as a musical instrument, presents unique possibilities to composers. Much of the current handbell ensemble repertoire is intended for church or pedagogical use. However, this instrument features a dazzling array of extended techniques, a kinetic visual quality, and a vast range of pitches, dynamic possibilities, and textures. Therefore, composers should bring the handbell ensemble into the currents of the new music world, a culture that appreciates uniqueness in instruments.</p> California State University, Long Beach 2014-08-08 00:00:00.0 thesis http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=1527945 EN
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The modern handbell ensemble as an asset to new music| Expanding opportunities in extended technique
description <p> The modern handbell ensemble, as a musical instrument, presents unique possibilities to composers. Much of the current handbell ensemble repertoire is intended for church or pedagogical use. However, this instrument features a dazzling array of extended techniques, a kinetic visual quality, and a vast range of pitches, dynamic possibilities, and textures. Therefore, composers should bring the handbell ensemble into the currents of the new music world, a culture that appreciates uniqueness in instruments.</p>
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