Description
For variable ensemble
(2013)
(N.M.O. 14149)
INFINIZIO for variable ensemble was composed in 2013 for Mathias Coppens and ensemble deCompagnie
First performance on 21 September 2013 by different ensembles at Amuz in Antwerp
This work consists of 5 fragments: I Melody
II Ostinato
III Arabesques IV Chords
V Pulsations
Score and instrumental parts are available from Norsk Musikforlag A/S, Norway Additional info can be found at www.wimhenderickx.com
CONCEPT
The linear concept of time fades in this composition, allowing time to dissolve in space, space as a musical space (the score) and as a setting (the set-up of the instruments)
FORM
This composition has an open form: the five musical fragments (Melody, Ostinato, Arabesques, Chords and Pulsations) can be played in random order, they can also be performed simultaneously, all 5 fragments should be played
INSTRUMENTATION
The instrumentation is free, octave transpositions can be made because of instrumental and technical possibilities
SPATIALISATION
The instruments can be put together or at various places in the concert hall
DURATION
The duration of the piece can vary between 30” and 15’
The basic tempo is slow, take enough time between the musical fragments