This beautiful work recreates the sound of a piano with the sustain pedal down. The plaintive sounds of the opening give way to a warm brass chorale. The entire ensemble then joins together in an emotional declaration. Various harmonies and textures weave into each other as the music begins to fade away.
Commissioned by the Morton High School Concert Band (IL)
Published in the 2011 FJH Concert Band Catalogue
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