False Relationships and the Extended Ending

Morton Feldman · 1926–1987 · American

For trombone, 3 pianos, percussion, violin, cello

Level 6 · Pre-diploma — about ARSM · RCM 10, with the parts evenly matched

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Ensemble: Strings & winds
Hardest part: Balanced
Form: Full work
Length: About 16 min
Composed: 1968
Era: 20th century

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Trombone, three pianos, chimes, violin and cello; about sixteen minutes

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