Suite by Humphrey Clucas is a six-movement composition which is tonal, approachable, lyrical, inventive and with much to enjoy. Beautifully written in the orchestral register…
Suite by Humphrey Clucas is a six-movement composition which is tonal, approachable, lyrical, inventive and with much to enjoy. Beautifully written in the orchestral register and aimed at the intermediate bassist, each short movement has a strong and confident character, encompassing a number of dance styles and idioms. The piano accompaniments are colourful, melodic and supportive.
This edition is only available in orchestral tuning.
About the Contents:
1. Prelude is a brief introduction to the suite and the interest is mainly in the arpeggio-like accompaniment.
2. Valse has the essence of a French cabaret song where the Gallic atmosphere is encapsulated in a lyrical solo line set against a moving and syncopated accompaniment,
3. Gavotte-Musette is a stately dance-inspired movement where the musette is accompanied by bare fifths in the accompaniment, framed between an elegant and stylish gavotte.
4. Chanson has a beautifully legato melody, demonstrating the lyrical possibilities of the double bass in its lower register.
5. Diablerie literally means a piece of devilment, and has forward momentum and drama with a sinister atmosphere prevailing throughout.
6. Berceuse is a beautiful lullaby, with the ghost of a melody, contrasting a lilting accompaniment which creates the gentle rocking of a cradle.
