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An Annotated Bibliography of Original Works for Flute, Horn, and Piano By Ian Paul Hewetson, BM, MM A Dissertation In Horn Performance Submitted to the Graduate Faculty of Texas Tech University in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of DOCTOR OF MUSICAL ARTS Approved Christopher M. Smith Co-Chairperson of the Committee Lisa Rogers Co-Chairperson of the Committee James T. Decker Mark Sheridan Dean of the Graduate School May 2019 Copyright 2019, Ian Paul Hewetson Texas Tech University, Ian Paul Hewetson, May 2019 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS I would like to thank those who have helped me reach the conclusion of this project. First, I would like to thank my horn professor Christopher M. Smith for his guidance throughout this project. I would also like to thank my committee Dr. Lisa Rogers and Professor James T. Decker for their advice and for taking the time to attend my recitals and review this document. Additionally, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to my previous horn professors at Capital University and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, each of whom played a critical role in the completion of my Doctoral degree. I am grateful to my professor at Capital University, Kimberly M. McCann, for believing in my abilities and pushing me to reach my potential, especially when I was unsure of myself. I would also like to thank Bernhard Scully at the University of Illinois for helping me develop my musicianship and encouraging me to pursue my doctorate. Finally, I want to thank my wife, Kay Hewetson, for her unbelievable patience, encouragement, and support. Additionally, I would also like to thank her for her performance on my chamber recital of works for flute, horn, and piano, a recital from which this final document stemmed. Without her, this would not have been possible. !ii Texas Tech University, Ian Paul Hewetson, May 2019 TABLE OF CONTENTS Acknowledgments. ii Abstract. vii I. Introduction. 1 Justification for the Study. 1 Limitations of the Study. .2 Review of Relevant Sources. 2 Methodology. 3 II. Music for Flute, Horn, and Piano. 4 Abendlied, Op. 306. .. 4 An Evening Serenade for Flute and Horn. 5 Auburn Echos: Fantasie on a Theme by William Wood for Flute, Horn, and Piano. 6 Bagatelle. .. 7 Ballade, Pastorale, and Dance. 9 Changing Light. .. 12 Concerto in F major for Recorder, Horn, and Basso Continuo. 15 Doppler Effect for Flute, Horn in F, and Piano. 17 Diptihs flauta, mežragam un klavierem . 19 Duex Nocturnes Op. 32 for Horn, Flute, and Piano . 21 Esquisse for Horn, Flute, and Piano . 23 Fictional Migrations for Flute/Piccolo, Horn, and Piano . 24 Hochzeits - Ständchen (Wedding Serenade) . 26 !iii Texas Tech University, Ian Paul Hewetson, May 2019 Lanterns . 27 La Primavera Lille Trio for Fløjte, Horn, og Piano . 30 Nocturne Op. 31 . 32 Passages for Flute, Horn, and Piano . 33 Rondo Finale . 35 Scènes de la Forêt for Flûte, Cor en fa, et Piano . 36 Serenade für Flöte, Horn, und Klavier, Op. 15 . 38 Sérénade voor Fluit, Hoorn, en Piano . 39 Serendipity for Flute, Horn, and Piano. 40 Souvenir du Rigi, Op. 34. 42 Summer Night for Flute, Horn, and Strings . 43 Trio for Piano, Flute, and Horn (Kauder) . 45 Trio for Flute, Horn, and Piano (Walters) . 47 Trio for Flute, Horn, and Piano (Moylan) . 48 Vignettes for Flute, Horn, and Piano . 50 War Stories: Three Movements for Flute/Piccolo, Horn in F, and Piano. 52 Water Music for Flute, Horn, and Piano . 54 III. Conclusions . 56 Conclusion . 56 Implications for Future Research . 57 Bibliography . 58 Discography . 63 !iv Texas Tech University, Ian Paul Hewetson, May 2019 Appendices A: List of Works for Flute, Horn, and Piano Alphabetical by Composer . 65 Appendices B: List of Works for Flute, Horn, and Piano Alphabetical by Title . 67 !v Texas Tech University, Ian Paul Hewetson, May 2019 ABSTRACT The music for flute, horn, and piano is relatively new; however, its origins can be traced back to the Baroque era with a trio by Georg Philipp Telemann written for recorder, horn, and basso continuo. Since this time, the genre has slowly grown to a remarkable size for a relatively unknown chamber group. It is the goal of this document to explore the works written for this instrumentation, provide a resource for others looking for new chamber music to perform, help this genre continue to grow through new commissions, and encourage others to explore more unknown genres of music. This document is divided into three major sections. The first section contains the justification for this study, the limitations which were set, a review of the relevant sources utilized in the completion of this project, and the methodology used. The second section is an annotated bibliography of the 30 original works written for flute, horn, and piano which were found as of December 2018. In this section, this author investigates characteristics of each work that would allow the readers to decide if the work would be suitable for their ensembles. Aspects investigated include: the date of composition, if known; the birth and death dates of the composer, if known; the name of the publisher and year of publication; the current cost to purchase the work; the dedication of the work, if known; the duration of the work, estimated if no recordings exist; the list of definitive recordings of the work, definitive describing a recording made by the commissioning artists or a recording done by record label, and the range required of both the flute and horn performers. In addition to these aspects, a brief biographical sketch of each composer is included to give the reader context for each composition. Following each biographical sketch is a brief description of each work’s contents. !vi Texas Tech University, Ian Paul Hewetson, May 2019 The third section contains final conclusions and implications for further research on the topic of works for flute, horn, and piano. Punctuating this document are two appendices. A chart of all the works found by this author that feature flute and horn, including arrangements, transcriptions, and works containing other accompanying ensembles is found in each appendix. The first chart contains these works organized alphabetically by the composer’s last name, and the second chart is the same information organized alphabetically by the title of the composition. !vii Texas Tech University, Ian Paul Hewetson, May 2019 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Justification for the Study Just as in life, chamber music by its very nature brings out issues such as hierarchy, balances, choices, and sometimes one must encourage a shy personality to speak up or ask another to follow instead of lead. A 17-year-old student and a 90-year-old veteran can play together. People from different socio-economic, and political views can put that aside for a common purpose. Musicians of all levels can work as a team.1 It is the belief of this author that educating young musicians about chamber music is critical to their development. Teaching the skills necessary to be an effective chamber musician helps to mold students into effective critical listeners and efficient communicators, while opening their eyes to the subtle nuances other instruments can create. Chamber music allows the students to develop these skills in an intimate setting, allowing for more effective feedback from mentors. In turn, these newly developed skills can then be applied in large ensemble settings and, in the case of future music educators, their own rehearsals. The genre of flute, horn, and piano is comprised of a myriad of works in various styles and of vastly differing difficulties, all of which have merit in the education of developing musicians. It is for these reasons this author feels they should be known by those in the professional world. The intent of this document is to provide easier access of these works to teachers looking for new chamber music for their students as well as professionals who might be looking for new pieces to include in a concert series. This in 1Paul Colletti, Why I Play Chamber Music: 19 String Players Talk About their Passion for Playing in Small Ensembles, February 5, 2015, http://stringsmagazine.com/why-i-play- chamber-music/. !1 Texas Tech University, Ian Paul Hewetson, May 2019 turn will help educate students beyond the scope of typical, established chamber ensembles like the woodwind or brass quintet, hopefully encouraging these students to continue to explore new and exciting opportunities in chamber music. Ultimately, this author hopes this will promote this young but versatile ensemble to become an established and sought-after chamber group. Limitations of the Study The scope of this study is limited to original compositions written specifically for the instrumentation of flute, horn, and piano. This list does include pieces which have been reworked by the composer to fit this requirement. While there are many arrangements and transcriptions which exist for this instrumentation, these works have not been included. Any additional works involving flute and horn located during this study have been included in appendix A and B. This study also only includes works which are published and readily accessible to be obtained by the general public through retailers or library-sharing sources. The various recordings referenced in this document are those found either on professionally-produced compact disc recordings or of live performances of the commissioning artists. Review of Relevant Sources The task of locating works for flute, horn, and piano for this project was no small feat. This endeavor is ongoing and will likely continue as these pieces gain more esteem. Each composition in this study was uncovered through the use of various sources including video and audio recordings like YouTube and Soundcloud, as well as various sheet music retailer websites including Sheet Music Plus, Groth Music, Eble Music, Flute World, The FlutePage, McCoy’s Horn Library, and Thompson Edition.