Program Notes

A reflection on trust and hope that brings comfort, restfulness, and peace of mind. The music is intentionally sentimental in both melodic and harmonic material. A special thank you to the musical influence of Ralph Vaughn Williams and Howard Hanson.

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“I will both lie down and sleep in peace for you alone, Lord, make me live in safety.” (Psalm 4:8)

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"The Lord is my shepherd; I have what I need. He lets me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside quiet waters. He renews my life; he leads me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even when I go through the darkest valley, I fear no danger, for you are with me; your rod and your staff ​— ​they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Only goodness and faithful love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord as long as I live."  (Psalms 23)

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Composed - 2020 Original String Orchestra Version. 2022 Re-orchestrated for Wind Ensemble.

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Instrumentation

Piccolo

Flute 1-2

Oboe

Bb Clarinet 1-3

Bb Bass Clarinet

Bassoon

Eb Alto Saxophone 1-2

Bb Tenor Saxophone

Eb Baritone Saxophone

Bb Trumpet 1-3 (Flugelhorn)

Horn in F 1-2

Trombone 1-3

Euphonium

Tuba

String Bass

Timpani

Percussion - (Cymbals)

Mallets - (Vibraphone, Glockenspiel)