Steve Hodges
Vistas
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Steve Hodges
Vistas
- Instrumentation Concert Band
- Composer Steve Hodges
- Series Alfred Concert Band
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- Edition Score and Parts
- Publisher Alfred Publishing
- Order no. ALF23319
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Description:
Featuring two melodic motives that are developed texturally and rhythmically throughout the piece, Vistas begins in a light, reflective manner before gradually building into a majestic contrapuntal statement by the brass. A driving percussion introduction begins the Vigoroso section and provides the rhythmic foundation for the second 'Vista.' This minor setting of the initial motives provides an exciting variation that features a variety of meter changes and syncopated passages. A restatement of the initial motives with the driving rhythmic accompaniment begins an extended conclusion that brings the piece to a dynamic finish.