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EDWARD NESBIT (b. 1986)A Pretence of Wit (2010; rev. 2012)
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This chapter examines British composer Edward Nesbit’s A Pretence of Wit (2010; revised 2012). In this piece, Nesbit has assembled a rich sequence of W. B. Yeats poems that deal with aspects of nature and humanity, and are set with skill and empathy. Wisely, he avoids extremes of vocal range, and contrasts smooth, relatively uncluttered cantabile lines with bursts of fast-moving parlando patterns. The cycle will suit a nimble, bright-voiced soprano—a more dramatic, heavy voice could find the frequent delicate passages difficult to negotiate. Dynamics throughout are used subtly: there are a number of distinctive quirky moments which enliven the articulation of the texts. The elaborate piano parts require a player of fine technique and rhythmic command. Three staves are used at a climactic point in the final movement. Ultimately, achieving rhythmic coordination is probably the most challenging aspect for both performers.
Title: EDWARD NESBIT (b. 1986)A Pretence of Wit (2010; rev. 2012)
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This chapter examines British composer Edward Nesbit’s A Pretence of Wit (2010; revised 2012).
In this piece, Nesbit has assembled a rich sequence of W.
B.
Yeats poems that deal with aspects of nature and humanity, and are set with skill and empathy.
Wisely, he avoids extremes of vocal range, and contrasts smooth, relatively uncluttered cantabile lines with bursts of fast-moving parlando patterns.
The cycle will suit a nimble, bright-voiced soprano—a more dramatic, heavy voice could find the frequent delicate passages difficult to negotiate.
Dynamics throughout are used subtly: there are a number of distinctive quirky moments which enliven the articulation of the texts.
The elaborate piano parts require a player of fine technique and rhythmic command.
Three staves are used at a climactic point in the final movement.
Ultimately, achieving rhythmic coordination is probably the most challenging aspect for both performers.
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