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Performance by Michael Kieran Harvey from the CD Dimensions of night |
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CD
Dimensions of night : an epic piano odyssey of ancient mythologies by Larry Sitsky / Michael Kieran Harvey (piano).
Library shelf no. CD 2001 [Available for loan]
Score
Dimensions of night : 10 pieces for solo piano / Larry Sitsky.
Library shelf no. 786.2/SIT 14 [Not for loan]
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Work Overview
After Michael Kieran Harvey premiered my Symphony for Piano and
Orchestra, we discussed my writing a new work especially for him.
Jokingly, and keeping in mind Michael's special brand of fiery
virtuosity, I suggested composing a book of quiet, reflective
Nocturnes. Michael, however, took the light-hearted suggestion
seriously, and pointed out to me that 'nocturnes' were simply
'night pieces'. From that remark came the notion of a huge cycle
of ten pieces, which could be performed separately, but were also
part of a linked series of pieces, with cross references and
thematic connections.
I see no point in 'explaining' the titles, which come from a wide
spectrum of cultural backgrounds. Those listeners who are
intrigued by them can easily research the references. Others may
choose to ignore the titles completely, with no loss of musical
understanding. The over-all title comes from Gwen Harwood's
wonderful libretto for my first opera Fall of the House of
Usher.
Work Details
Year: 2008
Instrumentation: Piano.
Duration: 80 min.
Difficulty: Advanced
Contents note: Chant of Gatha Ushtavaiti -- Ra sails the Mesektet barque -- Thoh -- Mara -- Sitra achre -- Eros -- Chant ceremony of the Yei Gods -- Lord of the smoking mirror -- The chaos of Aesiod -- Devekut.
Commission note: Commissioned by Michael Kieran Harvey.
Performances of this work
31 Oct 2014: at Sitsky (Llewellyn Hall ANU School of Music). Featuring Michael Kieran Harvey.
12 Apr 2014: at Dichotomie (Melbourne Recital Centre, Primrose Potter Salon). Featuring Aura Go.
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