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Programme Note

Taken from the Spanish word ‘Alborada’, Aubade (dawn) references Ravel’s great work Alborada del Gracioso. Opening with slow lyrical section the mood ranges between languid and energetic, contrasting the opening material with characterful Allegro sections. Originally composed for clarinet and piano, the piece was later orchestrated for Frank Gurr, at that time principal clarinet of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.

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Performance History

	09 May 2009	Performed by Anna McGregor (clarinet) and Emma Sayers (piano) at the Adam Concert Room, Victoria University, Wellington
		Anna McGregor    Emma Sayers