Divertimento No. 2 (ed. Patricia Cornett): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Edited by Patricia Cornett (arr.)
Grade: 5
Item: 35-PK00471134
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Classical composer Vicente Martin y Soler (1754-1806), sometimes called "The Spanish Mozart," wrote a 1786 opera entitled "Una Cosa Rara". While the opera has fallen into obscurity, it was immensely popular at the time of its premiere. Six divertimenti by the composer, all based on themes from the opera, have helped preserve the legacy of this marvelous music. Carefully edited and restored from the original manuscripts by Dr. Patricia Cornett, these are important additions to the repertoire for advanced chamber ensembles. Scored for: 2 Oboes, 2 Basset Horns (opt. Bb Clarinets), 2 Horns and 2 Bassoons. Recorded by members of the Temple University Wind Symphony, Dr. Patricia Cornett, conductor.
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About the Creator: Vicente Martín y Soler; edited by Dr. Patricia Cornett
Vicente Martín y Soler (1754-1806) earned his reputation as a master of operatic melody during the Classical era, working across Europe from Madrid to Venice to Russia. His 1786 opera "Una Cosa Rara" became one of the most frequently performed works of its time, yet the composer himself faded from prominence after his death, and the opera vanished from standard repertoire. The six divertimenti he drew from this opera have proven far more durable, preserving the elegance and melodic gift that once captivated European audiences.
Dr. Patricia Cornett's careful restoration of these works from original manuscripts has given modern musicians access to music that deserves a place in contemporary concert programming. Her scholarly editing honors Martín y Soler's original intent while making these charming Classical treasures accessible to today's ensembles.
Why we love this
This divertimento brings genuine Classical sophistication to the advanced band repertoire without the weight of monumentality. The chamber instrumentation (oboes, basset horns or clarinets, horns, bassoons) creates the intimacy of a Serenata while remaining substantial enough to showcase your strongest players, and Martín y Soler's gift for songful melody makes every part feel like it matters.
What to expect
Elegant and light, with the kinds of graceful melodic curves and transparent orchestration that defined refined taste in late 18th-century Europe. There is warmth throughout, never coldness, and the music unfolds with a conversational ease that draws listeners in without demanding their attention through sheer force.
Who it's for
Advanced high school bands and collegiate wind ensembles looking for substantive Classical repertoire that develops musical maturity. Directors seeking to program chamber-scaled works that challenge section leadership and individual musicianship while maintaining accessibility for broader audiences.
How to get the most out of it
- Treat the oboe and clarinet/basset horn sections as true melodic partners rather than primary and secondary voices; Martín y Soler voices them to complement, not accompany, one another
- Let the horn parts breathe with gentle support of the harmonic foundation rather than pushing them forward; the Classical balance depends on restraint from the middle voices
- Shape phrases through the natural song quality of the material itself; resist overlaying modern interpretive gestures onto music that already sings
How to use it
Pair this with other Classical divertimenti or serenatas to build a program around the lighter chamber repertoire of the era, or use it as a sophistication anchor in a mixed-period concert, where it can provide elegant contrast to Romantic or contemporary works. Late spring concerts work particularly well for this material, when audiences appreciate refined musical discourse before the year's demands intensify.
Skills your students will build
- Phrasing and voice leading in Classical textures
- Balance and blend within chamber instrumentation
- Independence and intonation in non-melodic horn and bassoon writing
- Historical style understanding through performance of authentic restored manuscripts