Composer

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Rain Worthington

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

Average_duration

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6:02

Yet Still Night is a contemporary classical composition by American composer Rain Worthington. The piece was composed in 2011 and premiered on March 3, 2012, at the Tenri Cultural Institute in New York City. The composition is a single-movement work that lasts approximately 12 minutes. The piece is characterized by its ethereal and atmospheric quality, with a focus on creating a sense of stillness and tranquility. Worthington achieves this through the use of sustained and slowly evolving harmonies, delicate textures, and subtle shifts in dynamics and timbre. The composition is scored for a chamber ensemble consisting of flute, clarinet, violin, cello, piano, and percussion. Each instrument is used sparingly, with the focus on creating a cohesive and unified sound that blends together seamlessly. The piece is divided into several distinct sections, each with its own unique character and mood. The opening section features a delicate and sparse texture, with the instruments gradually building in intensity and complexity as the piece progresses. The middle section is characterized by a more rhythmic and energetic quality, with the percussion and piano taking on a more prominent role. The final section returns to the sparse and ethereal quality of the opening, with the instruments gradually fading away into silence. Overall, Yet Still Night is a hauntingly beautiful and introspective work that showcases Worthington's skill as a composer. The piece has been performed by numerous ensembles and has received critical acclaim for its unique and evocative sound.

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