Flexible piece celebrating the evolution of traditions across generations.
[Part 1] Flute, Oboe, Bb Clarinet, Bb Soprano Saxophone, Bb Trumpet(Bb Cornet), Violin
[Part 2] Bb Clarinet, Eb Alto Saxophone, Bb Trumpet(Bb Cornet), Violin
[Part 3] Bb Clarinet, Eb Alto Clarinet, Eb Alto Saxophone, Bb Tenor Saxophone, F Horn, Viola
[Part 4] Bassoon, Bb Tenor Saxophone, F Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Baritone, Violincello
[Part 5] Bassoon, Bb Bass Clarinet, Eb Baritone Saxophone, Trombone, Euphonium, Baritone, Tuba, String Bass
Glockenspiel
Timpani
Snare Drum, Bass Drum
Crash Cymbals, Hi-hat Cymbal, Suspended Cymbal, Triangle, Wind Chimes
Drum Set (optional)
We are surrounded by traditions and cultures that, handed down through generations, also gradually evolve. Performances, crafts, and festivals are such examples. The techniques, methods, thoughts and feelings of our predecessors continue to the present day. While culturally important, this is typical of daily life. From parents to children, from teachers to students, and from seniors to juniors, we have our lives today by the repetition of things around us. To pass someone else's hard work on to the next generation may be the best way to repay our predecessors.
Though the number of smaller bands is increasing worldwide, and instrumental balance is by no means ideal for many bands, I have scored this piece with the aim of providing a satisfying performance experience for such organizations. The minimum number of players is five, and a fuller sound will be produced by larger formations.
(Naoya Wada)
(Naoya Wada)
