Annamaria Kowalsky
Olfactospheres
Short instrumentation: 3 3 3 3 - 4 3 4 1, mar, timp, vib, xyl, perc(5), str
Duration: 20'
Instrumentation details:
piccolo
1st flute
2nd flute
cor anglais
1st oboe
2nd oboe
bass clarinet in Bb
1st clarinet in Bb
2nd clarinet in Bb
contrabassoon
1st bassoon
2nd bassoon
1st horn in F
2nd horn in F
3rd horn in F
4th horn in F
1st trumpet in Bb
2nd trumpet in Bb
3rd trumpet in Bb
1st bass trombone
1st trombone
2nd bass trombone
2nd trombone
tuba
timpani
xylophone
marimba
vibraphone
percussion (5 players)
violin I (14 players)
violin II (12 players)
viola (10 players)
violoncello (8 players)
double bass (6 players)
Olfactospheres
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Annamaria Kowalsky
Olfactospheres
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Orchestration: for symphony orchestra
Type: Dirigierpartitur
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Work introduction
In "Olfactospheres," Annamaria Kowalsky crafts a symphonic tapestry that transcends the traditional boundaries of music. This composition, presented for symphony orchestra, is a pioneering exploration into the realm of synesthesia, where auditory sensations meld seamlessly with olfactive experiences. Each of the ten pieces within this suite is paired with a distinct scent profile, inviting the audience on a multisensory journey that evokes vivid landscapes of emotion and memory.
The creation of this work was made possible by the kind support of the Austrian Federal Ministry for Arts, Culture, Public Service, and Sports.