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Duration: ~4:00

Premieres: 30.06.2024

Salle Cortot, Paris(FR)

Writing for brass quickly became a passion of mine when I began working on my first Brass Quintet. When the opportunity arose to compose a piece for 8 Horns, although initially skeptical, I soon recognized the immense potential this ensemble offers. The French horn has always been one of my favorite instruments in the orchestra, but in most symphonic settings, compromises must be made that can detract from its full potential.

The name of the game for this piece is contrast. With just two melodic ideas, the composition continuously shifts gears from fast to slow, loud to quiet, and big to small. Ensuring each shift is properly interpreted presents the greatest challenge of the piece. I extend my gratitude to Förderverein für Kunst, Medien und Wissenschaft Karlsruhe, and all its members for their unwavering support in making the creation of this piece possible.

This composition is dedicated to Trompa Brasilis of Will Sanders at Hochschule für Musik Karlsruhe.