Three Burlesques for Clarinet Ensemble by Ferenc Farkas. Metropolis, SS, includes parts and score. For Clarinet Quintet or Ensemble. Part are supplied for 2 B-flat Clarinets, Basset Horn (alternate parts for Alto Clarinet and B-flat Clarinet) and 2 Bass Clarinets (alternate part for Contralto Clarinet for Bass Clarinet 2). Ferenc Farkas (1905-2000) was a Hungarian composer. This piece which was originally for piano was rewritten by the composer in 1992 for clarinet quintet. The first movement Allegro, arc shaped, is more a succession of rhythmic patterns than melodies, with hectic ostinatos and staccato chords. In the middle of the movement, a short figure, like a second theme, brings a bit of calm and gentleness. The second movement, an expressive Moderato comodo and the final Allegro are shorter and also contrast with staccato chords. College level. (C2524)