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Zenobia Powell Perry

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'Flight' is a composition by Zenobia Powell Perry, an African American composer, pianist, and educator. The piece was composed in 1984 and premiered in 1985 at the University of Arkansas. It is a solo piano work that consists of three movements. The first movement, titled "Takeoff," is characterized by a fast tempo and a sense of urgency. The music is marked by rapid arpeggios and runs up and down the keyboard, creating a feeling of flight and movement. The second movement, "Flight," is slower and more contemplative. The music is marked by long, sustained chords and a sense of soaring through the air. The final movement, "Landing," is marked by a return to the fast tempo of the first movement. The music is marked by a sense of excitement and anticipation, as if the plane is descending towards the runway. Overall, 'Flight' is a dynamic and expressive work that showcases Perry's skill as a composer and pianist. The piece is notable for its use of contrasting tempos and moods, as well as its evocative imagery of flight and movement. Through her music, Perry captures the excitement and wonder of flight, while also exploring deeper themes of freedom, exploration, and adventure.

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