Concepcion Picciotto is saxophonist and composer Neil Welch's most recent large ensemble composition. This ambitious work features rich orchestration, blending modern jazz, modern classical, and creative improvisation. The work is scored for a large ensemble cast of winds, strings, rhythm section and mezzo-soprano voice. Concepcion Picciotto is written in dedication to the homeless peace activist of the same name. Concepcion, or "Conchita" held a 35 year none stop peace vigil in front of the White House in protest of nuclear weapons. She passed away in 2016. 

The full. 25 minute work Concepcion Picciotto will be released in 2019.

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