Chimera
Vince Gassi
Ensemble: Concert Band
Grade: 2
Duration: 04:00
Year of Composition: 2011
Commissioned by: Ottawa Catholic School Board
Premiered by: St. Mark C.H.S., Manotick, ON (Colleen Sloan, director)
Publisher: Belwin (Alfred)
Year of Publication: 2011
Publisher Catalog Number: 35373
Available: Yes
How to Acquire: Publisher, Purchase
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Flute
Oboe
Bassoon
Bb Clarinets 1,2
Bb Bass Clarinet
Eb Alto Sax
Bb Tenor Sax
Eb Baritone Sax
Bb Trumpets 1,2
F Horn
Trombone
Euphonium
Tuba
Mallet Percussion: Bells/Chimes
Timpani
Percussion 1 (Snare Drum, Bass Drum)
Percussion 2 (Mark Tree/Suspended Cymbal/Crash Cymbals)
Commissioned by the Ottawa Catholic School Board in collaboration with the University of Ottawa. Premiered by St. Mark C.H.S., Manotick, ON (Colleen Sloan, director).
Program Notes:
Greek mythology is the source of inspiration for this new piece for young band. A Chimera is a fire-breathing monster with a lion’s head, a goat’s body, and a serpent’s tail. Fearsome indeed! But just as dynamic is this musical tale of valor depicting a warrior knight’s epic quest to defeat the beast. Spirited harmonies and energetic rhythms abound, contrasting perfectly with a moving lyrical section.
(Alfred Music)
