Music for Bassoon

Soul Food for Solo Bassoon

"A soulful, three-movement journey for solo bassoon, this piece blends haunting lyricism, rhythmic flair, and joyful celebration. Ideal for advanced students or professionals, each movement can stand alone or be performed as a complete, emotionally rich recital work." (JW Pepper)

For unaccompanied bassoon in three movements

I. Mesmerise

II. Thrill

III. Fly Free

Available at:

JW Pepper

https://www.jwpepper.com/soul-food-11624926/p

Imagine Music Publishing

https://stores.imaginemusicpublishing.com/margot-dean/

or order at any sheet music store.

Reviewed in Das Orchester, Soul Food consists of three movements, the first "almost hypnotic, able to literally enchant and captivate," the second "an electric staccato study with thriller qualities," and the third "a freewheeling flight of joy."

General information:

"Set in a clear typeface with inserted extra pages that are easy to read and player-friendly, the movements, which last a total of about 10 minutes and are well achievable at an advanced level, can also be performed individually and integrated into a variety of program contexts." (Das Orchester)

"For the high passages of the middle section, a technically easier alternative one octave lower is included.

The three character pieces are worth studying and performing, as they challenge mastery of the bassoon equally as much as they convey the musical joy of playing." (Das Orchester)

Total duration: 10:00
I. Mesmerise 4:00
II. Thrill 3:50
III. Fly Free 2:50

Soul Food received its premiere performance by Nicole Tait, Section Principal Bassoon, Queensland Symphony Orchestra, at the Australasian Double Reed Society Conference in 2023.

To complement the release of Soul Food the sheet music, historical performances from Composer Margot Dean will gradually be released over the coming months.

Follow the release of her performances on Facebook and YouTube.

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