Symphonic Fantasy

in one movement

for orchestra

orchestra

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The idea for a one-movement work stems from my personal affection for the Sibelius 7th Symphony. Using an orchestra smaller than I normally prefer, it more resembles a 'Classical' instrumental ensemble and in keeping with that choice, I opted to explore the iconic classical sonata form.

Each of the three main sections, which are clearly articulated, is a 'mini' sonata form design, thus allowing for an extended range of compositional opportunities – for example non-linear juxtapositions, unpredictable appearances and developments of musical 'objects'. Bernard Rands

Orchestral Cast

2.2.2.2-4.3.2.btbn.0-timp.1perc(lg tam-t, tub bells, vib, mar, sus cym [lg with sizzles], lg tri)-hp-str

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Title:

Symphonic Fantasy

in one movement

for orchestra

Edition:

Performance material

Level of difficulty:

difficult

Publisher/Label:

Schott Helicon Music Corporation

Year of composition:

2019

Duration:

20 ′

World Premiere:

April 14, 2022 · Boston, MA (USA)
Symphony Hall
Conductor: Alan Gilbert · Boston Symphony Orchestra

Commissioned work :

Symphonic Fantasy in One Movement was co-commissioned by BBC R3 for the BBC Symphony Orchestra and by the Boston Symphony Orchestra, in celebration of the composer’s eighty-fifth birthday in 2019