Description
Dukas: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice – Annotated by Michael Drapkin
Hidden Masterclass Series – Free Download
This is the actual part used by Michael Drapkin in performance, complete with his personal annotations, phrasing, and technical notes. It’s a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how a professional bass clarinetist approaches one of the most challenging and exhilarating works in the orchestral repertoire.
Drapkin explains the technical hurdles of this piece—from its breakneck tempo and shifting meters to its treacherous leaps between bass and treble clef—and offers practical advice for staying in sync with the ensemble under extreme tempo conditions. His commentary provides guidance on articulation, range management, cueing, and pacing, with smart strategies for surviving this virtuosic tour de force.
This annotated edition is part of the Hidden Masterclass series, an educational initiative sharing real-world performance wisdom directly from the stand.
Included:
- Complete bass clarinet part with Drapkin’s performance markings
- Detailed rehearsal notes and interpretive insights
- Fingering advice for high-register passages
- Links to Stokowski’s classic Fantasia performance with the Philadelphia Orchestra
Format: PDF digital download (free)
Difficulty: Advanced professional
Length: 7 pages
Step on stage with the energy and precision this piece demands—and enjoy a rare glimpse into the mind of a master performer.
