Ian Deterling

Duet in D-Flat Major, Op. 15 Alternate Version

Duet in D-Flat Major, Op. 15 (2020)

  • flexible instrumentation

  • ca. 12:00

Score/Parts Preview PDFs

  • Only selected pages of the score and parts are available for preview.

  • STANDARD VERSION

    • Duet in D-Flat Major - Score PDF

    • Duet in D-Flat Major - Parts PDF

  • ORIGINAL ENGRAVING

    • Duet in D-Flat Major - Score PDF

    • Duet in D-Flat Major - Parts PDF

  • This edition includes both versions (musically identical). You’ll receive both when you purchase.

Score Video

Program Notes

Duet in D-Flat Major was written in what could perhaps be best described as a burst of inspiration. After a couple of days of casually juggling some motifs around in my mind,  something clicked and I scrambled to write down everything as quickly as possible. I spent the majority of that day developing these ideas, and this became what is now the third movement. Some of the ‘leftover ideas’ that didn’t make it into the finale were used as seeds for the second movement - in particular, the motifs at measure 9 and from 70-80. I ended up writing the opening movement last, and it begins with a noble fanfare in 6/16. The second movement cautiously meanders through unexpected harmonies, much like someone nervously exploring unfamiliar places. The finale is another fanfare, but has some mischievous fun after turning a few harmonic corners in minor. My goal with this duet was to create a musical universe that has the grandeur of an orchestra with just two voices.  

I’ve adapted this duet for a variety of instruments. The score reads as a small flex-band ensemble, but this piece is intended to be performed by just two musicians.

  • Individual parts included:

    • Part 1

      • Clarinet in Bb

      • Alto Clarinet

      • Bass Clarinet

      • Bassoon

      • Alto Saxophone

      • Tenor Saxophone

      • Baritone Saxophone

      • Trumpet in Bb

      • Horn in F

      • Alto Trombone

      • Trombone

      • Euphonium

      • Euphonium T.C.

    • Part 2

      • Bass Clarinet

      • Contra Alto Clarinet in Eb

      • Contrabass Clarinet in Bb

      • Bassoon

      • Baritone Saxophone

      • Bass Saxophone

      • Trombone

      • Bass Trombone

      • Euphonium

      • Euphonium T.C.

      • Tuba

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IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT THIS EDITION

This duet includes two notation versions of the same piece (musically identical):

  • Standard Notation (recommended) – easier to read and rehearse

  • Original Engraving – matches the original beaming and notation style

Please choose one version and use it for both players. The two versions are not interchangeable.

What do I get when I order Duet in D-Flat Major, Op. 15?

  • This edition includes two complete versions of the piece (Standard Notation and Original Engraving), each with its own full score and set of parts. All files are clearly labeled so you can easily choose your preferred version.

  • Once your order has been processed, you’ll be emailed a link where you can download the sheet music.

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STANDARD VERSION

ORIGINAL ENGRAVING