Episodes for Marimba and Orchestra (Piano Reduction)

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• Description +

  • The solo marimba part is available as a free download. To receive a digital copy and obtain more information about the rental materials, please contact the publishing house at mail@editionsvitzer.com
    
    Preface
    After decades of writing film scores, arranging for singers, Broadway performers and everything in between, master composer, arranger, orchestrator, conductor and educator Chris Boardman has now focused his attention on the concert hall. What better way to start than to showcase a performer, marimba virtuso Ksenija Komljenovic, who was one of his most exceptional students?
    
    The story of a young person who dreams of becoming a virtuoso serves as the throughline upon which “Episodes” is based. It begins at that moment when a young person becomes intoxicated by the power of music and chooses the arduous path of becoming a master of their instrument. Throughout their journey they face self-doubt and negative feedback from the people around them. Though often well-intentioned, these comments test their resolve. The work alternates between focusing on technical mastery and personal reflection caused by the negative feedback. This results in further obstacles and frustrations for them to overcome. However, like most artists, their passion for art is unquenchable. Giving up is not an option. So, they continue to strive for technical mastery while pursuing their goal of self-actualization.
    
    The piece culminates with a rousing, joyful finale signifying that their struggles have not been in vain and that they have indeed achieved their goals of technical mastery and artistic expression.
    
    “My intent in writing “Episodes” is to remind the listener to never give up hope that their wildest dreams are indeed possible”.
    
    Chris Boardman

• Instrumentation +

  • Orchestra
    
    2 Flutes
    1 Oboe
    1 English Horn
    2 Clarinets
    2 Bassoons
    
    4 Horns in F
    3 Trumpets
    2 Trombones
    1 Bass Trombone
    
    Timpani
    
    3 Percussion
    
    Harp
    
    Solo Marimba
    
    Strings

• About the composer +

  • Beginning his career in the film, television and recording industry in 1974, Chris Boardman has consistently worked at the top echelon of the entertainment industry. He has received an Academy Award nomination for “The Color Purple”, 6 Emmy Awards, 13 Emmy nominations, ASCAP and BMI film awards and multiple platinum records for his work with such iconic artists as Quincy Jones, David Foster, Steven Spielberg, Julie Andrews, Shirley MacLaine, Barbara Streisand, Marvin Hamlisch and Josh Groban. Well known in Hollywood circles as one of a handful of musicians who can virtually write in any genre, his credits span both industry and genre. Whether it be conducting David Foster’s “World Children’s Day” for television, composing the 70’s inspired score for Mel Gibson’s “Payback”, arranging period dance music for “Swing Kids” and “Meet Joe Black”, orchestrating Anthony Newley’s “Chaplin” for Broadway or producing solo recordings as an artist, Boardman embraces these challenges with characteristic integrity and passion. He is one of the most uniquely versatile and highly respected musicians in the industry.
    
    In May 2018 Boardman finished a six year stint as the Director of the Media Writing and Production program at the acclaimed Frost School of Music at The University of Miami. Boardman was twice nominated for “Mentor Of The Year” honors by The Graduate School of the University of Miami. Continuing his commitment to sharing his expertise, Boardman has launched an online education company to continue impacting the lives of those desirous of pursuing a career in the music industry. Always looking for new challenges, his current projects include bringing his talents and expertise to developing The Missing Link project, a digital therapeutic that uses music, breath and movement to alleviate the symptoms of anxiety and depression. In addition The Missing Link, an immersive, innovative experience for the concert hall will debut in 2025.

• Credits +

  • With support from Koda’s Cultural Funds
    Front Cover graphics and layout: Bolette Marie Madsen
    Printed in Copenhagen, Denmark
    Copyright © Edition SVITZER
    www.editionsvitzer.com

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