Written by request for my cousin's wedding in the style of music from Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility.
I asked her what her favourite moments in classical music were and watched her listen to her favourite pieces. I took note of what sections affected her more than others. The aim in writing Saunter was to be meaningful and emotionally moving. To take the listener away with the music.
This piece was written to be heard in Finale playback only, and in an old church, so the current orchestration is not useable for live performance and parts aren't available... yet.

Oh, and yes, my cousin loved it :)

Saunter

What Follows… uses short rhythmic and melodic sketches that have been extended and varied. The main themes use limited pitch material of 4 notes – 1. G D A Eb, or 2.  F C G D. Extra pitch material is mostly created through transposing at the fifth. There are three differing sections which are connected through pitch material and a few short melodic lines. The opening section focuses on spaciousness, uses a 4 note melody and harmonics. Section A is based on a short rhythmic cell and one melodic phrase played primarily by the Clarinet. Section B uses a repeating pattern introduced by the Marimba, which is increasing varied, as well as a longer melodic phrase appearing toward the end.

What Follows...must be led

The Phoenix is a Piano Trio based on a ten chord sequence from which its melodic and harmonic material has been created. The arc of the work is loosely based on the mythical Phoenix that bursts into flame in death and arises reborn from its ashes. The sections, indicated on the score, are: Birth; Beginnings; Flight; Flame; Ash/Death; and Rebirth.

MayLyon