Primordial Flame
(2015)
tuba quartet
Duration: 4:30
Primordial Flame uses elements of minimalism to further explore what I’ve come to call “aural daydreaming.” As I listen, I imagine a grand cosmic scene unfolding: a newly birthed star—the primordial flame— surrounded by a spiral dance of swirling stellar materials, forming various bodies. This is just my interpretation. Starting with a single voice (or flame), it quickly spreads. The continuous rhythm, to me, is like a steady flame running throughout and providing a constant thread of continuity, while more sustained and lyrical melodies weave in and out. Like any fire, the flames eventually fade and flicker out. Written for Eufonix Quartet, this is a challenging work for each part, a balance between nimble technique and lyrical playing. It's dedicated to the memory of my friend Kelly Thomas. Publisher: Potenza Music |
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