The first thing that I noticed when studying Martin Ellerby's Paris Sketches is that the music is clearly not the product of music software. Each line of notation was carefully rendered in the hand of the composer. The lines support each other as if guided by the palettes that they are representing. In a day when music is often composed at the computer, it is incredibly refreshing to experience contemporary music composed in a somewhat archaic yet thorough way. This "pencil to paper" approach has allowed the composer to sonically represent the artistic depth that Paris is known for.
Based on four unique areas of Paris, each "sketch" is musically painted in a way that allows the listener to feel as if they are there. Hints of Ravel, Stravinsky, and Berlioz are sprinkled throughout to provide homage to the musical influence held by Paris on composers of our past. I am most excited about The Desert Winds performing this work as it will provide an enjoyable rehearsal experience. We look forward to providing our audience with a short trip to Paris (sans passport)...
See You In October!
C. Maguire
Conductor
The Desert Winds
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