Regenerations (2007-2008; Rev. 2009) is a colorful work for full symphonic orchestra in which a simple five note motive becomes the basis for nine contrasting variations. Throughout the piece, the musical elements stated in the first variation are continually intertwined and developed to create an evolving sonic tapestry. In the midst of this regenerating musical material listeners will be exposed to many different textures. At the opening long brass lines are placed upon gentle string chords, while in other sections wind chorales and canonic lines slowly build to form rich polyphonic textures. In the most energized moments long singing lines in the woodwinds and brass are placed on top of rapid pulsations in the strings, while the harp, piano, and a large percussion section are continually utilized to augment the orchestra's colors.

Overall the work slowly evolves, winding in and out of various musical regions and exploring different areas of harmonic stability and musical tension. Only at the very end of the piece do the musical ideas finally come into full counterpoint with one another, at which point the evolution of the regenerating motives stops and the piece builds to a final, triumphant, tutti ending. - D.T.

duration 13'00"
3 Fl (3 dbl. Pic), 2 Ob (2 dbl. EHn), 3 Cl (3 dbl. BCl), 2 Bsns, 4-2-3-1, Strings, Harp, Piano, 5 Timp., Perc.
[4 Perc: 3 Tam-Tams, 3 Sus. Cym, Cr. Cym, 1 L.Tri, 1 M.Tri, 2 Marimbas (5.0 octave, 4.3 octave), Vibraphone, Glockenspiel, Crotales, Snare Drum, Tenor Drum, B.D.]

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Catalogue No. 07008