At this year’s conference of the Federation of German Music Associations (BDMV), 111 new works were added to the competition repertoire list. This update marks a significant step for wind bands in Germany, as the list serves as a key reference for competition and review performances. The new works are now available in the BDMV database and on the musicainfo.net platform, and are accessible to both members and non-members.
The BDMV Conference: An Overview
The focus was on expanding the list of competition pieces, which were selected according to strict criteria. These works cover a wide range of styles and levels of difficulty, making them a valuable resource for wind orchestras when planning their repertoires.
The New Works: Diversity and Quality
The 111 new works include compositions for various instrumentations and difficulty levels. They have been carefully reviewed and offer a mix of traditional and modern styles. The updated competition repertoire list is available to anyone interested via the link in the BDMV list. The following resources are available via the musicainfo.net platform: Each piece is accompanied by extensive information, including:
- Quick Facts: Concise overviews of composers, year of composition, and instrumentation.
- Synopses: Summaries of the musical structure and distinctive features.
- Work Reviews: Technical analyses and evaluations by experts.
- Scores: Complete sheet music available for download or order.
- Audio samples and videos: Audio clips and visual presentations to assist with selecting works.
- Radio Tracks: Exclusive recordings (available only to members of www.musicainfo.net) that can be accessed via the musicainfo.net web radio.
- Repertoire and Selection Lists: Overviews for quick reference.
- Publisher Links: Direct links to the publishers where the sheet music is available.
- Related Links: Links to external sources such as Wikipedia or the Wind Repertory Project, and others for further research.
Benefits for Users
Expanding the list of scoring games offers numerous advantages:
- Program Planning: Conductors are provided with an up-to-date and diverse selection of works for their concert programs.
- Quality Assurance: The works were reviewed and evaluated by experts, ensuring a high level of musical quality.
- Easy Access: Sheet music can be ordered directly from the publishers or from one of our partners in Germany.
- Flexibility: Both members and non-members benefit from the extensive resources relevant to musical practice.
Conclusion
The addition of 111 new works to the BDMV competition repertoire list marks an important milestone for the wind music scene. The inclusion of these works in the musicainfo.net database underscores the BDMV’s commitment to providing conductors, music teachers, and active musicians with a solid and diverse foundation for their work. Take advantage of these new resources to expand your repertoire and take your musical projects to the next level.
For more information and to use the database, visit musicainfo.net.
