Name: Alfonso Salar Ruiz
Main Subject: Classical Percussion
Research Coach: Paul Scheepers
Title of Research: Karlheinz Stockhausen Nr 9 Zyklus Analyses and development
study for solo percussion
Research Question: How can I work on a piece like Zyklus? What parameters do I need
to be aware of? How can I match the demands of the composer? How can I contribute to
a better understanding of the concept of the piece?
Summary of Results:
The approach of my research is focused on two main points. The first one is
theoretical and is based on various sources I used for my research, for instance,
different opinions and views of people who have worked directly with Stockhausen,
various literature sources, questions, etc. The second point is the practical application
of my reflections, observations and analysis. In this part I include a discussion of my
musical interpretation, the monitoring of my study period and finally, the execution
of the piece. This work presents unique challenges manifested in several decisions to
be taken in the process of mounting it that will make a big impact in the final result.
My intention is also to create a guide for the aesthetic and technical demands of the piece
in order to help others to practice it and understand it better.
Biography: Alfonso Salar was born in Murcia (Spain) in 1990. He received his Bachelor
degree from the Conservatorio Superior de Musica in Zaragoza, concentrating on
orchestral playing and contemporary music. Alfonso has attended Masterclasses with
international soloists and orchestra percussionist like Katarzyna Myka,Wiland Wetzel,
Markus Leoson, Gustavo Gimeno, Andrew Barclay, Oliver Madas, Anton Mittermayer,
Colin Corrie. Has has played in youth professional orchestras like JONDE (Spain Youth
National Orchestra), NJO (Dutch and Ensemble Academy), SOAP (Symphony Academy
Orchestra Of The Pacific). He is continuing his Master studies at the Royal Conservatoire
of Music in The Hague.