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Espérer (Hope) was composed of three Euphoniums and two Tubas and is an ABA form. Section A consists of two themes: The first theme is played smoothly with a constant rhythm to express the spirit of the title “Hope” and the second theme is sung with a more relaxed melody line. The B section, which is more lyrical, allows the Euphonium parts to soar over the ensemble as they lead to the the return to the A section and the piece’s climactic conclusion.

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This suite contains four movements that describe the special characteristics of a year’s four seasons. After reading poetry about nature and the changing seasons, the composer brought the poems to life through her music.

I. Autumn: The long and lyrical melody played by the soloist is accompanied by a repeated pattern from the piano. This symbolizes the dropping and rustling of the leaves from the wind in autumn. 

II. Winter: The intense and fast passages, played by both the soloist and pianist, depict a fierce wind sweeping in the cold winter.

III. Spring: A warm, relaxing melody on top of a pastoral rhythmic pattern proclaims a new season is arriving. In the middle section of this movement, both players imitate singing birds. Although the melody is soft and warm, we can hear contrasting emotional changes that reflect the unstable weather in spring time. 

IV. Summer: Passion, energy, and activity are all prevalent in summer. The composer uses a tango style to portray these concepts. The second main melody gives the image of a fireworks show in the summer night.  

 

 

 

 

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EEETTT “The Battle at Daylight” was commissioned by S-Master Low Brass Ensemble and premiered on Feb. 16, 2019. This piece was composed for young Euphonium and Tuba players. The main theme is presented at the beginning by a solo Euphonium declaring the break of dawn. This piece consists of three parts after the prelude. The phrase of “Moderate” presents the main theme and gradually increases the texture entering into the second part which is “Con brio”. This represents the determination to fight for the daylight. The conclusion is the presentation once again of the prelude music and the first main theme, but in a more powerful fashion and concludes with majestic momentum. Learn More