|
This innovative
work makes use of an optional piano part that is most likely playable
by someone already in the band. It was written in honor of Matt
Rhodes, a student at John T. Baker Middle (Damascus, MD), who passed
away during a battle with spina bifida. It represents his kindness,
courage, and determination despite his confinement to a wheelchair.
An opening ethereal section and chorale moves into an exciting
portrayal of life which concludes with a humorous ending that was
very characteristic of Matt. A very musical new composition which
teaches much more than notes.
Comment
on this piece. |
