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Despite its obscurity, Sinfonietta, Op. 188 by Joachim Raff (1822-1882) is an important chamber work for winds and should find its place more frequently on the concert programs of university wind ensembles. In order to test this hypothesis, I investigate Raffs biography for evidence that might explain its obscurity while leaving the door open to question that status. Furthermore, I investigate the Sinfonietta from a conductors perspective and apply a critique of its artistic merit. Several factors explain Raffs fall from acclaim; none of them relegate his music to permanent obscurity. Based on the composers historical significance, analytical results, and the works artistic merit, the Sinfonietta should occupy a more prominent place in the wind ensemble canon. |
