One of today's great composers, Eric Whitacre, is here in Columbus today and tomorrow.
His choral music is some of the absolute finest being written today. He also has written some fine works for instrumental ensembles as well.
October is a piece he wrote for winds. I have included it above in the music player for your listening edification. It was inspired by his emotions and feelings that he has during the fall month of October. A very appropriate setting!
There are two things which I supremely love in Eric Whitacre pieces...his chords and his melodies. They both are fantastically beautiful and deserve a listen. Here is a link to his website for further listening and information.
Hope you enjoy it!
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Lucky! Eric Whitacre is amazing. "Sleep" is a wonderful choral piece especially, and I got to perform in his symphonic band piece "Ghost Train" last year in Region Band.
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