Wind Ensemble
Genaue Besetzung: piccolo, 2 flutes, 2 oboes, Eb clarinet, 3 clarinets, bass clarinet, 2 bassoons, 2 alto saxophones, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, 3 trumpets, 4 horns, 3 trombones, euphonium, tuba, timpani, 2 percussion
The title, which translates as 'to shout for joy', reflects the generally celebratory mood of this short 'mini-overture'. Although the piece - commissioned by the Madison Symphony Orchestra for its 75th anniversary season - celebrates the anniversary milestone and bright future of the orchestra, I chose to title it in Latin as a small way to honor the past as well. The work opens with a solemn 'fanfare' by the solo trumpet. This theme, based on a tune appropriate to the occasion, is then taken up by the horns and the rest of the orchestra in a fanfare of celebration. This gives way to jubilant new musical material... John Stevens
