The Transformation of the King (March in E Minor No.1) was born out of a simple cinematic sound. The rest came to me over the span of a few days. In the song I envisioned an army, a king marching into battle, solemn and contrite of spirit. After a climax, then comes the sound of hope and peace. The slow March develops and leaps into new Major thematic material. However, that would not last long. As with most battles, death and loss reminds the King(the army) of who they are. There is no hope of change. 

March In E Minor No.1 : Transformation of the King

This piece was birthed out of a simple march-like rhythm in the Violin section on the pitch A. You will hear the pattern as the piece begins, As it continues other instruments join in to add complexity. 

Stars Fallen (a Movement in a minor)

I decided to revisit a piece I had written years ago. The original was a simple string quarter, no voices. My goal was to embody a longing for peace within the song. Hopefully, you can draw something from it that matters to you.

Jaston Hawes (J. Jerrell)