Sheet Music: Score
Dimensions of night : 10 pieces for solo piano / Larry Sitsky.
by Larry Sitsky (2008)
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- Instrumentation: Piano.
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Audio Sample
Performance by Michael Kieran Harvey from the CD Dimensions of night
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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.
Published by: Wirripang [979 0 720164 27 4] — 1 score (120p. -- A4 (portrait))
Difficulty: Advanced
Duration: 80 min.
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.
Commissioned by Michael Kieran Harvey.
Includes programme note.
Typeset edition.
ISMN: 979 0 720164 27 4
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