Elegy
Andrea Reinkemeyer
About this work: Elegy (2001) was commissioned by Tayva Turner in memoriam of her grandfather, D. C. "Doc" Renno, luthier. Following his death, Tayva asked me to write a piece that contemplated the many stages and forms of grief. While writing this piece I was forced to reflect, address, and meditate on my own experiences with loss; each movement is dedicated to the memory of a loved one. The Introduction explores sparse and lonely textures. Elegy addresses confusion and deep sorrow as experienced as a child. This piece was realized in the composer's home studio and at the University of Michigan Electronic Music Studios using both Pro Tools and Sound Designer II software. The following musicians contributed their skills to the tape part: Christopher Blaha, tuba; Carrie Magin, percussion; Andrea Reinkemeyer, piano, voice, violin, & viola.
Year composed: 2001
Duration: 00:05:26
Ensemble type: Electronic Instruments and Sound Sources:Prerecorded Sound and Live Instrument(s)
Instrumentation: 1 Viola, 1 Prerecorded Sound (Tape/CD/Other)
Instrumentation notes: Viola should be amplified and run through a reverb unit.