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Old Jan 30 2008, 9:53 PM
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Originally Posted by jujimufu View Post
Why do you guys have to enlarge the ensembles all the time? I think it's going to be more of a challenge if for once you're trying out something that's more difficult for you to write, or if you don't find it more difficult, at least stick with the smaller ensembles for the competitions. They are more fair as more people can attempt to write them, while not everyone will be so prone to write a symphony or a chamber piece.
Not to argue, but I find myself on the contrary... I have a hard time writing for small ensembles, I have a hard time overcoming the limitations. I tend to gravitate to much larger ensembles which open my mind with endless possibilities. Just thought I'd stick my two cents in.
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