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Title	Im Kahlenbergerdörfel
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Polka
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Instrumentation/info	Polka francaise
Format	DirStm (Condensed Score and parts)
Publisher's article no.	KL 296
Price	49.00 EUR (incl. 10 % Austrian VAT)
Composer	Fahrbach, Philipp der Jüngere
Arranger	Kliment, Hans
Difficulty level	2
Evaluation level of countries	A1 (Austrian A level); PWM-at (Literaturliste Polka, Walzer, Marsch)
Duration	4:10
Additional info/contents	The polka française "Im Kahlenbergerdörfel" (op. 340) by Philipp Fahrbach the Younger is a classic work of 19th-century Viennese dance music. Originally composed for salon orchestras, it was arranged by Hans Kliment for lower-level wind orchestras. The piece is suitable for concert programs by wind bands, school orchestra concerts, and music school recitals, and it gives young musicians a feel for playing together in an ensemble. (© musicainfo.net)
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Programme notes: Im Kahlenbergerdörfel – A Polka française by Philipp Fahrbach the Younger and its arrangement for lower-level wind orchestra by Hans Kliment The Polka française "Im Kahlenbergerdörfel" (Op. 340) by Philipp Fahrbach the Younger is among the best-known works of 19th-century Viennese dance music. Philipp Fahrbach the Younger (1843–1894), an Austrian composer and conductor, came from a family of musicians and shaped the musical entertainment culture of his time with his lively and catchy dance compositions. The Polka française, an elegant and rhythmically driven dance form, enjoyed great popularity in the second half of the 19th century and was frequently performed in salons and ballrooms. "Im Kahlenbergerdörfel" is a characteristic example of Fahrbach's style. The piece combines French lightness with Viennese charm and captivates with its clear melodic lines, rhythmic precision, and catchy, danceable structure. Originally composed for salon orchestras, the polka quickly gained popularity in social circles and remains a favorite repertoire piece for orchestras dedicated to classical dance music. Performances by renowned ensembles such as the Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Christian Simonis attest to the work's enduring popularity. Hans Kliment's arrangement for junior wind orchestra Hans Kliment's arrangement for junior wind orchestra makes the piece accessible to young musicians and wind bands. Kliment, an experienced arranger and composer in the field of wind music, has adapted the original score to suit the technical and sonic capabilities of youth wind orchestras. This arrangement is designed for a difficulty level of 2, making it particularly suitable for young musicians gaining their first experience playing in an ensemble. The instrumentation of the arrangement is tailored to a typical lower-level wind band, consisting of woodwind and brass instruments as well as percussion. The parts are arranged so that even less experienced musicians can manage them. Complex passages of the original have been simplified without altering the character of the polka. This allows the young musicians to concentrate on rhythm, dynamics, and ensemble playing. Another advantage of this arrangement lies in its pedagogical approach. Kliment has designed the score to offer clear phrasing, manageable ranges, and a distinct emphasis on the rhythmic structure. This facilitates rehearsals with young people and fosters an understanding of the musical characteristics of the polka française. At the same time, the piece is ideally suited for concert programs by wind bands, school orchestra recitals, or music school recitals. It gives young musicians a feel for Viennese dance music and promotes ensemble playing. The sheet music for this arrangement is available from various music publishers, including Johann Kliment Music Publishers, which specializes in wind band music. The availability of the sheet music allows conductors and music teachers to easily incorporate the piece into their repertoire, thus enriching the musical education of young musicians. • In summary, the Polka française "Im Kahlenbergerdörfel," arranged by Hans Kliment, offers lower-level wind bands a pedagogically valuable and musically challenging opportunity to engage with the tradition of Viennese dance music. The combination of Fahrbach's catchy melody and Kliment's expert arrangement makes the work a classic repertoire piece for young wind bands. It is suitable for both training and performance practice and gives musicians an understanding of the stylistic characteristics of the Polka française. • Text: musicainfo.net (KI) Quellen/Sources: Kliment Musiverlag: Im Kahlenbergerdörfel

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