Definiendo la interpretación de la obra para piano Ancestro de German Darío Pérez, a través de una propuesta de orquestación

Abstract

The present study focuses on developing an orchestral version of the piece Ancestro for piano, composed by the Colombian musician Germán Darío Pérez. The primary focus of this work is on instrumentation, specifically in the distribution of the voices among the different families of instruments in the orchestra, but it does not aim to offer a full orchestral arrangement. This exercise concentrates exclusively on adapting the work to an orchestral format, serving as a tool to facilitate the memorization of the piano piece while creating a structure that not only supports the recall of the notes and musical sections but also fosters a deeper understanding of its structure and style. By integrating strategic instrumental associations, the goal is to achieve a stronger connection with the content of the piece, promoting a more fluid and conscious piano performance. During the initial phase, it was intentionally decided to omit the study of existing arrangements, allowing for the development of a genuine sonic perspective, free of preconceptions, and exploring new alternatives of expression by adapting the sound characteristics of the orchestra to the piano context. In this way, the vision of what is intended to be expressed musically is expanded, using orchestration as a fundamental tool. This approach enables not only the realization of innovative ideas but also the creation of musical atmospheres that offer a wide range of sonic possibilities. Finally, the significant benefits of this exercise in improving piano memorization are examined, highlighting how it contributes to strengthening retention ability and developing a more authentic and expressive performance.