How Do Contemporary Composers Use Unusual Instrument Combinations to Create Fresh Sounds?

Music can sound new when familiar instruments are placed together in unexpected ways. Instead of using only standard groups, contemporary composers can mix different instruments to create new tones, textures, and moods.
A flute with two cellos, a flute with bassoon, or a saxophone quartet with a wind ensemble can produce a sound unlike a traditional group. Roger Briggs’ works include several such combinations across chamber, vocal, orchestral, and wind music.

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