Besetzung: | Blasorchester |
Komponist: | Robert W. Smith |
Grad:Schwierigkeitsgrad: | 2.5 |
Genre: | Konzertwerk |
Dauer: | 5:15 |
Verlag: | C.L. Barnhouse Company |
Kategorie: | Konzertwerke |
Spirit of the Winds, a concert/festival work for the developing band, was inspired by the beautiful Temecula Valley of California. Each year, the sky over the valley is filled with hot air balloons creating a visual sight that is not soon forgotten. Of course, balloons are unable to 'steer' and must fly with the gentle breezes of the air current. As a result, those subject to the 'spirit of the winds' can find themselves over festival grounds or floating above the beautiful Temecula Valley vineyards. Beginning with a bold, yet mysterious statement, the introduction gives way to a soaring melody as our flight begins. Cascading figures in the woodwinds create the effect of wind currents followed by a beautiful secondary melodic statement. The original theme returns leading to a very energetic conclusion. Accessible to a wide range of concert bands, Spirit of the Winds provides multiple teaching opportunities and will be enjoyed by both performer and audience.