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Title	Trauermarsch (Funeral March)
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Mourning music
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Instrumentation/info	MBF (card size)
Format	DirStm (Condensed Score and parts)
Publisher's article no.	KL 0044
Double number/set	Trauermarsch (Funeral March)
Year of publication	1935
Price	39.00 EUR (incl. 10 % Austrian VAT)
Composer	Beethoven, Ludwig van
Arranger	Kliment, Hans
Difficulty level	2
Duration	5:00
Additional info/contents	In 1820 the "Funeral March for Carl Prince of Schwarzenberg" appeared as a written copy for the first time. The Prince of Schwarzenberg (1771-1820) distinguished himself as general officer especially in the wars against Napoleon. Though it is not listed among Beethoven's works, the march was attributed to him for a considerable length of time. This was done notwithstanding the evidence that it was actually composed by the ducal Gotha music director Johann Heinrich Walch (1776-1855). This funeral march is frequently performed in many countries. In Russia, e.g. it is so popular even today that it is simply referred to as "Old Funeral March No. 1" without, however, mentioning its composer.
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Programme notes: The "Funeral March" by Ludwig van Beethoven and its arrangement for wind orchestra by Hans Kliment The "Funeral March" by Ludwig van Beethoven, originally known as the "Funeral March of Carl Prince of Schwarzenberg", is an impressive work that has a deep emotional expression and a significant historical connection. The funeral march, which was first published in a transcription in 1820, is directly related to loss and grief, which is clearly reflected in the musical arrangement. Beethoven's ability to convey feelings and human experiences in his music is particularly evident here. Carl Prince of Schwarzenberg was an important statesman and an outstanding personality during the wars of liberation against Napoleon. Beethoven's funeral march was composed as a tribute to Schwarzenberg, who played a central role in the political and military events of the time. The funeral marches of the 19th century were often associated with major social changes and the memory of influential people who played a role in the history of their nations. The composition itself reflects the typical characteristics of a funeral march. It is characterized by a majestic yet melancholic mood that immerses the listener in a pensive atmosphere. Beethoven's ability to develop musical motifs that seem both proud and sad makes this funeral march a haunting expression of grief and respect. The arrangement for wind orchestra by Hans Kliment One of the most notable arrangements of the "Funeral March" comes from Hans Kliment, a renowned composer and arranger who specializes in arranging classical works for wind orchestra. Kliment's arrangements are known for their ability to preserve the essence of the original while making full use of the sonic possibilities of a wind orchestra. Kliment's arrangement brings the funeral march to life in a new light. The different timbres of the wind instruments create a very special atmosphere that does justice to the emotional content of the piece. The woodwind instruments in particular add an additional warmth and depth to the melody, while the brass impressively underscores the majestic moments. The rhythmic elements woven into Beethoven's original are energetically brought out in Kliment's version, giving the piece a dynamic quality that is particularly evident in public performances. The additional perspective that Kliment contributes allows the listener to experience the funeral march not only as a composition of mourning, but also as a celebration of the life and legacy of Carl Prince von Schwarzenberg. In a world that is becoming ever faster and louder, Kliment's arrangement offers the opportunity to take a moment of reflection and feel the deep emotions that Beethoven put into his work. Ludwig van Beethoven's "Funeral March" and its arrangement by Hans Kliment are both a musical and cultural legacy that reminds us of an important period in European history. Beethoven's mastery of expression and Kliment's skillful arrangement ensure that this composition retains its significance through the centuries. At a time when grief and loss are often significant themes in people's lives, the Funeral March offers both comfort and an outstanding musical experience that is worth listening to and appreciating. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI)

	Format	EUR
	Trauermarsch (Funeral March) (concert/wind band), Condensed Score and parts	39.00
	Trauermusik, audio CD	19.90

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