Rise

Concert Band

Grade 3.5

ca. 7 ½ min

2022 Semi-finalist -The American Prize in Composition

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University of Northwester- St. Paul Symphonic Band, Dr. Cassie Bechard

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Suddenly, the music gains much-needed momentum, supporting a new melody. Perhaps this new melody, which we had never seen before, is the true destination.

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