FLIGHT OF THE GRIFFIN GRADE 4 1/2 BALMAGES (B1192 ) (Band Concert )
This exciting new work is based on the griffin a mythological creature native to India having the head legs and wings of an eagle and the body of a lion. Starting with open 5ths in the clarinets slight elements of Indian music are introduced as the work builds to its opening theme. A powerful middle section combines elements of chamber playing and full ensemble. The closing section represents the actual flight of the griffin bringing the whole piece to a dramatic ending. Strongly consider this highly energetic composition!