Three Etudes on Themes of Gershwin, II. Summertime

UNACCOMPANIED

Clarinet List Ranking

Harvey

TEXAS ONLY

Cross Break?

Yes

Range:

Highest note: D6

Key:

No key (many accidentals in a minor mode)

Meter:

Compound meter

Rhythms:

Intermediate

Ornamentation:

Tremolo

Musicality Requirements:

Syncopated rhythms add jazzy-feel. Fades to niente at end. Composer suggests optional multiphonic embellishment of final cadence. Very soft dynamics throughout.

Special Considerations:

2 pages. Performer should refer to original works to play correctly.

State Lists:

IL-HS (2), TX (1), VA (6)