Description
Rediscover the world of drone music with the third and final volume of Obermeier’s drone polyphony. This collection of sheet music brings together 35 traditional and newly composed melodies specially selected for four- to five-part bagpipe and hurdy-gurdy ensembles. Jürgen Obermeier presents a unique blend of contemporary and traditional music that can be played on traditional drone instruments as well as on a variety of other instruments.
Versatile casting options
The works presented in this volume are arranged so that they can be played on bagpipes and hurdy-gurdies in the tunings G/C and D/G, but are also suitable for a wide range of other instruments. The flexible arrangement of keys and parts makes this work accessible not only for traditional drone instruments, but also for cello and other bass instruments. Harmony names for guitars and other harmony instruments expand the possibilities for musical expression.
Content and structure
Obermeier’s Bordun-Polyphonie – Volume 3 offers not only the sheet music for 35 melodies, but also a four-language introduction with valuable tips on instrumentation and scoring. In addition, the volume contains references to the original pieces as well as notes on performance, instrumentation and the pitches of the instruments. The foreword provides an insight into the selection of pieces, which include both traditional French melodies and compositions by contemporary musicians.
Musical diversity and adaptability
From bourrées and gigues to mazurkas and waltzes, this volume offers a rich selection of dance tunes and pieces that enrich both solo and ensemble playing. The carefully crafted accompaniment parts allow for polyphonic playing and encourage the creative combination of different voices, especially when using bagpipes.
A tribute to tradition and contemporary music
With Obermeier’s Bordun-Polyphonie – Volume 3, Jürgen Obermeier not only honors the rich tradition of drone music, but also gives expression to the works of contemporary composers and traditional musicians. Thanks to the approval of well-known musicians such as Jean Blanchard and Gilles Chabenat, their melodies are presented in a new light.
For musicians and lovers of traditional music
Obermeier’s Bordun Polyphony – Volume 3 is an indispensable resource for musicians interested in the diversity of drone music and for anyone wishing to explore the tonal possibilities of bagpipes, hurdy-gurdies and other instruments. This volume concludes a collection that is invaluable for both performance practice and musical education.
