ESTONIAN SYMPHONIC MUSIC. THE FIRST CENTURY 1896-1996.
given clearly, excitingly and convincingly.1
Recognising the specific possibilities and potential of his talent, Põldmäe gave
little attention to symphonic music in his later creative works. The most extensive work
during the period under observation is the Concerto-Symphony for percussion
instruments and symphony orchestra (1981).2
A saxophone plus a rich choice from the percussion section including bongo,
chimes, bells, xylophone, marimba, vibraphone, crotales and slapstick are added to
create many possibilities. The work is mainly based on a single theme, it is first
1
Antanas Rekašius. Sirp ja Vasar 5 Dec. 1974.
2
First performance in Tallinn, 10 Nov. 1982, the ERSO conducted by Peeter Lilje.
exposed at the very beginning (Adagio, vibraphone) as an epitaph. A more precise
image of the leading theme is offered at mark I (Violin solo). It will remain virtually
unchanged:
Example 197.
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