Reference no: EM133246280

A handful of critics have written that Ravel's orchestration of Pictures at an Exhibition shows symphony orchestra developments in the past 50 years since Mussorgsky had composed the original score for piano. How does Ravel use orchestral instruments to create visual and emotional effects in the work? For example: the tuba (especially in "Oxcart/Cattle), harp, celesta, and saxophone (saxophone was a new instrument at that time). Evaluate Ravel's choices in assigning specific melodies or motifs to specific instruments. Could he had used a different instrument? (Please note the demonstration of "complaining" or "kvetching" motif in "Two Jews, Rich and Poor," featuring a solo for muted trumpet, as played by the violin.)