Speculative Speculations : An Original Composition for Mixed Ensemble and Rhythm, Tempo and Time in Elliott Carter's Figment and Shard
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Loebs, Christian
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East Carolina University
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This thesis is composed of two parts. The first part is an original composition Speculative Speculations for flute, clarinet, piano, percussion, violin, viola and cello and was premiered November 14, 2009 at the A. J. Fletcher Recital Hall, East Carolina University. The second part is an analysis of Elliott Carter's use of rhythm, tempo and time in two pieces, Shard for solo guitar and Figment for solo cello. These pieces are microcosms Carter's style found in his larger scale works.