Energy Wave

Description

Flute 1, Flute 2, Oboe, Flute 2, Clarinet in Bb 1, Clarinet in Bb 2, Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Alto Saxophone 1, Alto Saxophone 2, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet in Bb 1, Trumpet in Bb 2, Horn in F, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Euphonium, Bb Euphonium, Tuba, Mallet Percussion 1, Bells, Mallet Percussion 2, Xylophone, Vibraphone, Mallet Percussion 3, Chime, Timpani, Percussion 1, Snare Drum, Bass Drum, Percussion 2, Tambourine, Crash Cymbals, Tam-Tam, Suspended Cymbal, Wind Chimes, Triangle — Energy Wave was written for the 2023 Shepherd University High School Honor Music Festival Wind Ensemble, where Dr. Scott Hippensteel is the Director of Instrumental Studies. The piece depicts musical energy and intensity, starting with a quick and vibrant introduction based on a two-measure rhythmic ostinato. This transitions to a softer and exciting section at m. 29, where the percussion section maintains the rhythmic ostinato in the vibraphone and other percussion instruments. Measure 48 is the transitory phrase for the final recapitulation at m. 59. Work to ensure that the articulations and dynamic contrasts are adhered to so the overall groove, pulse, and style can be fully realized.I hope you and your ensemble enjoy performing Energy Wave.