Composer

:

Michael Udow

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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2003

Average_duration

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24:31

Movement_count

:

8

Movement ....

The Shattered Mirror Suite is a contemporary classical composition by Michael Udow, an American composer and percussionist. The suite was composed in 1995 and premiered on March 23, 1996, by the University of Michigan Symphony Band, conducted by H. Robert Reynolds. The suite consists of four movements, each of which represents a different aspect of the shattered mirror. The first movement, "Reflections," is a slow and introspective piece that explores the fragmented nature of the mirror. The second movement, "Distortions," is a fast and frenetic piece that represents the chaos and confusion that can arise from a shattered mirror. The third movement, "Refractions," is a more contemplative piece that explores the way light is refracted through a shattered mirror. The final movement, "Revelations," is a triumphant and uplifting piece that represents the beauty that can be found in the broken pieces of a shattered mirror. The Shattered Mirror Suite is characterized by its use of percussion instruments, which are used to create a wide range of sounds and textures. The suite also features a variety of other instruments, including brass, woodwinds, and strings, which are used to create a rich and complex musical landscape. Overall, The Shattered Mirror Suite is a powerful and evocative composition that explores the themes of fragmentation, chaos, and beauty. Its use of percussion instruments and other instruments creates a unique and compelling sound that is both challenging and rewarding for performers and audiences alike.

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