Publication Date
Fall 2009
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Music and Dance
Advisor
Brian Belet
Subject Areas
Music.
Abstract
Concerto for the Young Adventurer is a four-movement work written for cello, vibraphone and piano. Its themes are youthful adventure and exploration. Although the work is not programmatic in the strict sense, each movement is titled to guide the listener through a possible interpretation of the music's meaning. Each instrument is featured in several places, and all three provide supporting material when not in the spotlight. As a whole, the work is symphonic in its structure. Each movement serves its purpose in the larger picture, while all can function independently from one another. Recurring ideas link the movements together thematically and unify the work.
Recommended Citation
DeSimone, Mark Forrest, "Concerto for the Young Adventurer." (2009). Master's Theses. 3984.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.31979/etd.pee5-bzqf
https://scholarworks.sjsu.edu/etd_theses/3984
