Product Description
Written
as part of a cycle of pieces celebrating Japanese mythology, this
solo for unaccompanied alto flute depicts the goddess Amaterasu. She is seen as
not only the goddess of the sun, but also of the universe. The name
Amaterasu derived from Amateru
meaning "shining in heaven." The Emperors of Japan are
considered to be direct descendants of Amaterasu.
The
music grows gradually in boldness, brightness, and animation. The
rhythm makes use of a unique notation system which allows the
performer a degree of say in the creation of the landscape, just as
Amaterasu helped to paint the landscape of Japan. The pitches are
derived from traditional Japanese pentatonic scales.
Intermediate level, suitable for any occasion. Unaccompanied alto flute.
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