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Jessica Locke |
Reading of the Names 9/11: The Firefighters
| Instrumentation | two versions: orchestra w/ SATB chorus (32 voices at least) or orchestra only: 2+1,1+1,2,2 - 3,2,3,(1) - timp, perc(3), harp, strings |
| Length | 3 min 15 sec. |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Comments | This piece was written as a tribute for the firefighters for the September 11 anniversary. It is in the style of a funeral march, but projects pride and hope. It would also be suitable for Memorial Day, a concert for heroes, or Flag Day. If using a choir, you need at least 32 voices SATB, but can be performed with just orchestra.
From program notes: "Reading of the Names 9/11: The Firefighters" captures the raw complexity of a sinful act against extraordinary courage. It is a painting of unbearable grief and continued hope, strength, and determination, reminding us that in the ashes of death and sorrow we exhumed a united humanity." (D. Carroll) |
| Sources | Jessica Locke
505 Waltham Street
W. Newton MA 02465
(617) 924-9999
jessica@firefightersfund.org or jessicalocke@verizon.net |
| Extras | Recording available on CD, Finale prepared score |
| History | Played on WCRB, Boston's classical radio station on the morning of September 11, 2002. World premiere performance on February 8, 2003, with orchestra and chorus. |
| Contributor | the composer |
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