Composer

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Eric Banks

Genre

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Choral

Compose Date

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2007-2010

Average_duration

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01:12:32

Movement_count

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7

Movement ....

Haptâdamã: The Seven Creations of Ancient Persia is a choral work composed by Eric Banks in 2016. The piece was premiered on October 22, 2016, by the Esoterics, a Seattle-based vocal ensemble, at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Seattle, Washington. The work is divided into seven movements, each of which represents one of the seven creations of ancient Persian mythology. The movements are titled: "The Creation of the Sky," "The Creation of the Waters," "The Creation of the Earth," "The Creation of Plants," "The Creation of Animals," "The Creation of Humans," and "The Creation of Fire." The music of Haptâdamã is characterized by its use of complex harmonies, intricate rhythms, and rich textures. Banks draws on a variety of musical influences, including Persian classical music, Western classical music, and contemporary choral music. The result is a unique and compelling sound that evokes the ancient Persian world while also feeling fresh and modern. The text of the piece is drawn from ancient Persian mythology and is presented in both Persian and English. The Persian text is taken from the Shahnameh, an epic poem written by the Persian poet Ferdowsi in the 10th century. The English text was written by Banks and is intended to provide a poetic interpretation of the Persian text. Overall, Haptâdamã: The Seven Creations of Ancient Persia is a powerful and evocative choral work that showcases Banks' skill as a composer and his deep appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of ancient Persia.

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