Composer

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Marilyn Shrude

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1982

Average_duration

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9:19

'Shadows and Dawning' is a contemporary classical composition by Marilyn Shrude, an American composer and professor of music at Bowling Green State University. The piece was composed in 2003 and premiered on March 28, 2004, by the Bowling Green Philharmonia, conducted by Emily Freeman Brown. The composition consists of three movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, titled "Shadows," is a slow and brooding piece that features a haunting melody played by the strings. The music gradually builds in intensity, with the addition of brass and percussion, before subsiding back into a quiet and reflective mood. The second movement, titled "Dawning," is a more upbeat and energetic piece that features a lively rhythm and playful melodies. The music is characterized by its use of syncopation and shifting time signatures, which give the piece a sense of unpredictability and excitement. The final movement, titled "Shadows and Dawning," is a combination of the previous two movements, with the slow and brooding mood of the first movement giving way to the energetic and playful mood of the second. The music builds to a climactic finish, with all the instruments coming together in a powerful and triumphant conclusion. Overall, 'Shadows and Dawning' is a complex and dynamic composition that showcases Marilyn Shrude's skill as a composer. The piece is characterized by its use of contrasting moods and textures, as well as its intricate rhythms and melodies. It is a challenging and rewarding work for both performers and listeners alike.

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