HAMMERSPACE (2023) for Euphonium and Fixed Media
HAMMERSPACE is a work for solo euphonium and fixed media. Written for Dr. Lee Harrelson, this piece consists of three energetic sections, each with distinct themes. The first section “HAMMERSPACE” is inspired by the concept of the same name, which is the extradimensional, instantly accessible storage area in fiction used to explain how animated, comic, and game characters can produce objects out of thin air. The second section “The Neon Lights” draws inspiration from Synth Wave music. While slightly more laid back in tempo and feel, “The Neon Lights” continues to grow in intensity. The final portion of the piece “Euphonium vs. Synthesizer” is exactly what the name suggests: a battle of the bands-type scenario where the solo euphoniumist wages war against the synthesizers. The work ends with an ascending rip to a sustained high C (or optional high E) in the euphonium part, signifying victory for the soloist.
Duration: 6 minutes 45 seconds
Difficulty: 4/5
Format: PDF solo euphonium part (B.C. and T.C.) and a WAV file of the backing track.
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