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Title	Medeazza-Marsch (28er Regimentsmarsch)
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Street march
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Instrumentation/info	MBF (card size)
Format	DirStm (Condensed Score and parts)
Publisher's article no.	KL 549
Double number/set	Gieslingen Marsch (16er Regimentsmarsch)
Year of publication	1941
Price	36.00 EUR (incl. 10 % Austrian VAT)
Composer	Hüttisch, Franz Anton
Arranger	Kliment, Hans
Difficulty level	2
Duration	3:30
Additional info/contents	The Medeazza March, a classic Austrian military march, was composed in the 19th century by Franz Anton Hüttisch for the Imperial and Royal Infantry Regiment No. 28 and later arranged for modern wind orchestras by Hans Kliment. Written in 2/4 time, the march is distinguished by its clear three-part structure and concise melody, making it suitable for parades and concerts. Originally used for troop motivation and to foster a sense of identity, the march remains a central part of the wind band scene to this day, particularly in Austria and southern Germany.
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Programme notes: The Medeazza March – Origin, Musical Significance, and Historical Context The Medeazza March, also known as the 28th Regiment March, is one of the most important works in the Austrian military music tradition. Composed by Franz Anton Hüttisch and later arranged for modern wind orchestras by Hans Kliment, this march embodies both the musical craftsmanship of the 19th century and the adaptability of classical military music to contemporary performance practices. The following essay examines the history of its creation, its musical characteristics, the historical role of the 28th Infantry Regiment, and the biographies of the musicians involved. • Origin of the Medeazza March The Medeazza March was composed by Franz Anton Hüttisch, a bandmaster who led the Alpine Hunters' Band in Salzburg in the 20th century. The march originated as a regimental march for the Austro-Hungarian Army. Infantry Regiment "Victor Emmanuel III, King of Italy" No. 28, founded in 1698, was deployed in Galicia at the beginning of the First World War. The name "Medeazza" likely refers to a historical figure or place associated with the regiment, though the exact origin of the name remains unclear. Hans Kliment's 20th-century arrangement made it possible for modern wind bands to perform the march. Kliment, a renowned arranger, adapted the work to the sonic tastes and instrumental possibilities of his time without altering its characteristic march structure. His arrangement remains one of the most frequently performed versions of the march in the wind band scene. • Musical Characteristics The Medeazza March is a classic military march in 2/4 time, characterized by the following features: - The instrumentation was originally conceived for a military wind band and includes woodwind and brass instruments as well as percussion. Kliment's arrangement takes into account the typical instrumentation of modern wind orchestras. - In terms of form, the march follows the traditional three-part structure with a striking main theme, a contrasting trio, and a reprise. The march is characterized by an energetic melodic line and rhythmic precision, making it particularly suitable for parades and concert performances. Kliment's arrangement is rated as intermediate and is therefore suitable for advanced amateur and professional orchestras. • Historical Context and Significance of the 28th Infantry Regiment The Imperial and Royal Infantry Regiment No. 28 was founded in 1698 and was part of the Austro-Hungarian Army. It bore the name "Victor Emmanuel III, King of Italy" and was stationed in Galicia at the beginning of the First World War. The regiment participated in numerous campaigns and was an important component of the Habsburg military power.* Military music played a central role in troop motivation and representation during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Regimental marches, such as the Medeazza March, served not only to provide musical accompaniment for parades but also to foster a sense of identity within the unit. The tradition of these marches continues to this day in the brass band scene, particularly in Austria and southern Germany, where they are cultivated as part of the cultural heritage. • Biographies of the Composers and Arrangers - Franz Anton Hüttisch (19th century): Franz Anton Hüttisch was an Austrian bandmaster and composer, best known for his work with the Alpine Hunters' Band in Salzburg. Little is documented about his life and his complete works, but his marches—including the Medeazza March—are considered significant contributions to Austrian military music. Hüttisch's compositions are characterized by a clear melodic structure and a practical instrumentation that met the requirements of military performances. - Hans Kliment (1877–1951): Hans Kliment was an Austrian conductor, composer, and arranger who worked in Vienna. He conducted both light music and wind orchestras and founded his own music publishing company in 1928. Kliment was known for his arrangements of classical works for wind orchestra, including the Radetzky March and the Old Dutch Thanksgiving Prayer. His arrangements are distinguished by a clear tonal balance and a practical adaptation to modern orchestral instrumentation. Kliment's arrangement of the Medeazza March remains one of the standard versions for wind orchestra. • The Medeazza March exemplifies the connection between military tradition and musical artistry. As the regimental march of the 28th Infantry Regiment, it embodies the history of the Austro-Hungarian Army, while Hans Kliment's arrangement demonstrates the adaptability of classical military music to modern performance practices. To this day, the march remains a staple in the repertoire of many wind orchestras and is performed at both historical events and modern concert programs. • Text: musicainfo.net (KI) Quellen/Sources: Anzenberger: Zum 150. Geburtstag von Militärkapellmeister Franz Anton Hüttisch Wikipedia: k.u.k. Infanterieregiment „Viktor Emanuel III. König von Italien“ Nr. 28 Tags: Repertory of the marches

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