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Bach: Prelude and Fugue No 20 in Am Bvw 865 |
David Gosnell |
Solo Piano |
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The 20th Prelude and Fugue from Bach's 48 (The Well-Tempered Clavier) for piano. The prelude is fast, spiky and intricate, suiting scenes of frenetic activity. The fugue is constantly building and increasing in complexity and might suit scenes where a plan is coming together or heist is in progress. |
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Schubert Fantasia in Fm Op 103 [Abridged] |
David Gosnell |
Piano Duo |
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Used to great effect in the films 'Madame Sousatzka' and 'Sunshine', this wistful duet opening is one of his crowning achievements. It is at once both child-like and profound, speaking of a tragic sadness which must be hidden from public gaze. Always elegant and sophisticated, but warm and human. |
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Bach: English Suite No.2 Bvw 807: Prelude [Exerpt] |
David Gosnell |
Piano Solo |
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Used to stunning effect in the movie Schindler's List; though changing in dynamic level maintains a relentless intensity, combining aggressive force with emotional anguish. Perfect for comparing the mechanical with the human or to underscore frenetic, purposeful activity - Contemporary or historical. |
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Schumann: Etude No.1 En Forme de Canon Op.56 |
David Gosnell |
Piano Duet |
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A lively piano duet by Robert Schumann which while innocent in mood is enhanced with a growing intensity. As well as adding sophistication to any project this piece is well suited to playful or active, busy scenes and features a 'question/answer' interplay of a cascading melody between soloists |
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Schumann: Etude No.2 En Forme de Canon Op.56 |
David Gosnell |
Piano Duet with Chamber Orchestra |
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A Beautiful piano duet by Robert Schumann which while innocent in mood is tinged with a little sadness and longing. As well as adding sophistication to any project this piece is well suited to ambiguous or pensive scenes and features a 'question/answer' interplay of a soulful melody between soloists |
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Bach: Goldberg Variations BVW 988 - Aria |
David Gosnell |
Piano Solo with Chamber Strings |
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This beautiful melody, full of emotion and subtlety, opens Bach's Goldberg variations for solo piano - and is based on a song he had written earlier for his wife. Used in the film Hannibal, it combines great expression and depth with a dreamy air of detachment and creates a sophisticated ambience. |
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Restoration Man |
David Gosnell |
String Orchestra |
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In a quiet country church and aged craftsman sets to work restoring the stained glass windows, reflecting on the centuries of English history which surround him. An emotional yet subtle pride In England, it's history and achievements. For string orchestra offering a versatile dramatic underscore. |
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Chopin Nocturne In C# Minor, B.49 (posth). |
David Gosnell |
Solo Piano with Strings |
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After a soft, plaintive introduction, there is a haunting melody - a more light hearted middle section and a final return to the main theme. Used in the films 'The Pianist', 'The Peacemaker','The Karate Kid (2010) and sampled by Alicia Keys in 'As I Am' - this is the ultimate bitter-sweet piano solo |
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Cannibals Tea Party |
David Gosnell |
String Quintet with Harp |
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A polite Society dinner with all the guests in tie and tails and entertained by a string quartet - but the menu is a little more sinister. Beautifully dressed zombies waltzing around the floor. Perfect for highlighting a graceful task performed by the clumsy or or repulsive. Ads, drama or lifestyle. |
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Nostalgia |
David Gosnell |
Classical Orchestra |
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Remembering a happy past love. Distant string quartet, woodwind solos & an emotional climax, melting away into the mists of time. Mysterious, tender, nostalgic & sentimental. Romantic drama, sad farewell or hopeful reunion. Lovers dancing under moonlight, eternal love devotion compassion. Uplifting. |
