Metamorphosis is a finalist in the 2017 Christopher Bill Composition Competition.
Metamorphosis, for trombone octet, is a piece where the themes constantly
change and transform into something new. In its slow beginning, a lyrical
melody is played against a drone until its joined by more trombones. This happens three times. Then, the entire choir is joined together to form the
climax to the slow section before the transition to the faster section.
Almost instantly, the mood changes into a more playful sounding section.
A new bouncier theme is introduced against muted eighth note chords in
the background. In its second big statement, the presentation of the theme
is broken up with different motives from both the beginning slow section
and the fast playful theme. In its third statement, only the smaller motivic
ideas are left as the volume and intensity grow.
Finally, both melodies get squished together. The initial lyrical melody is
once again stated, but this time its over the background of the second
playful melody.
Includes:
Score
Conductor Score
All Parts (Trombone 1-6, Bass Trombone 1-2)
Duration: 6 Minutes
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