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Ulysses

Ulysses has a contemporary feel with various key changes, driving rhythms and many dynamic contrasts. Delicate melodies are contrasted throughout with larger triumphant passages that soar and then recede. A fantastic piece to play and perform.

At A Glance

• Level 5 [also appropriate for high level 4 players looking for a challenge]
• D minor with various key changes
• Effective as a string quintet
• Driven by rhythmic patterns
• 1st Violin plays some small passages in 3rd position

Teaching Notes

A wonderful piece for advancing players who need to focus on working effectively as a group. This score relies on all sections supporting one another. In concert settings Ulysses provides a dramatic contrast to more traditional works on the program whilst maintaining a clear tonal centre.

Serial Number: 2797-8

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