The main melodic idea for this sketch is split across two instrument families (the strings and the winds). If my orchestration is successful, it should still feel like one followable line, that's giving itself a little back-and-forth.
This one has more of my personal style than previous sketches. On the whole I have been practicing craft somewhat strictly, with barebones throwaway tunes; this melody, I spent a little more time and fondness on. I hope you enjoy the result! Below is a breakdown of each instrument's intended purpose in the texture. Please ask about something interesting you notice! =)
INSTRUMENT ROLES for reference / study:
FLUTE: 1. main line, 2. thickening
OBOE: 1. main line, 2. thickening
CLARINET: 1. main line, 2. thickening
BASSOON: 1. main line, 2. thickening
HORNS: accompaniment
TRUMPET: support (resonance)
GLOCKENSPIEL: support (timbre)
VIOLIN 1: main line
VIOLIN 2: thickening
VIOLA: main line & thickening
CELLO: main line
CONTRABASS: accompaniment (supporting horns)