In the Spirit of Unity
Grade
4
Price
$80.00
Duration
5:09
Written for
Standard Concert Band
Premiered on
March, 2018
Commissoned by
Dillard Center of the Arts
Published by
Murphy Music Press
In the Spirit of Unity is an original composition inspired by the aesthetics of a love relationship. To capture the warmth of passion and companionship, the work is mostly lyrical, showcasing beautiful soaring tutti melodies and rich harmonic accompaniment. The solo passages over the opening drones express the initial quarks and butterflies of expression in a new relationship. As the piece develops there are statements of disagreement, but they are always met with harmonic resolution. Masterful color shifting near the ending shares a profound message of continued mutual respect, acceptance, and eternal attraction – All characteristics of the Spirit of Unity.
Instrumentation
Piccolo
Flute 1-2
Oboe 1-2
Bassoon
Clarinet 1
Clarinet 2-3
Bass Clarinet
Alto Sax 1-2
Tenor Sax
Bari Sax
Trumpet in Bb 1
Trumpet in Bb 2
Trumpet in Bb 3
F. Horn 1
F. Horn 2
Trombone 1
Trombone 2
Trombone 3
Euphonium
Tuba
Timpani
Bells
Vibraphone (with active motor)
Chimes
Percussion 1 (Wind Chimes, Snare Drum, Bass Drum)
Percussion 2 (Suspended Cymbal, Triangle)