Spectral Radiance is a concerto for alto saxophone and chamber orchestra. In this paper, the influence of Franz Schreker's Kammersymphonie on Rowlett's compositional inspiration is discussed in detail. In addition, the various compositional elements that make up the work are explained. These include elements of form, motivic development, sharing themes between movements, and harmony. Rowlett's use of these compositional elements aims to create cohesion throughout the work as a whole. The paper acts as a guide, retracing the steps taken by the composer during the composition of the concerto.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:butler.edu/oai:digitalcommons.butler.edu:grtheses-1499 |
| Date | 01 January 2018 |
| Creators | Rowlett, Coleman |
| Publisher | Digital Commons @ Butler University |
| Source Sets | Butler University |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | text |
| Format | application/pdf |
| Source | Graduate Thesis Collection |
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