Softening Cries
Dennis Bathory-Kitsz
About this work: Commissioned and premiered by the Sage City Symphony (and applauded by its players), this exquisite composition threads melodies and textures into an evocative and time-suspended cloth. Each instrumental part is uniquely rewarding, but the work requires a sensitive directorial hand.
Score download (PDF) (Inked parts available)
Performance (MP3)
Year composed: 1991
Duration: 00:26:00
Ensemble type: Orchestra:Standard Orchestra
Instrumentation: 2 Flute, 2 Oboe, 2 Clarinet, 2 Bassoon, 2 Horn in F, 2 Trumpet, 2 Trombone, 1 Percussion (General), 4 Strings (General), 4 Violin, 2 Viola, 2 Cello, 1 Double bass
Instrumentation notes: General strings in instrumentation is actually a string quartet (2 vn, 2 vcl) embedded in the orchestra who play solo thoughout.