Composer

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John Anthony Lennon

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Piece

Compose Date

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1979

Average_duration

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11:46

Distances within Me is a contemporary classical composition for saxophone and piano, composed by John Anthony Lennon. The piece was composed in 1993 and premiered on March 4, 1994, at the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia. The composition consists of three movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, titled "Lament," is a slow and mournful piece that features the saxophone and piano playing in a call-and-response style. The saxophone plays a mournful melody while the piano provides a somber accompaniment. The second movement, titled "Dance," is a lively and energetic piece that features the saxophone and piano playing in a syncopated rhythm. The saxophone plays a playful melody while the piano provides a lively accompaniment. The third and final movement, titled "Song," is a slow and contemplative piece that features the saxophone and piano playing in a duet. The saxophone and piano play a haunting melody that gradually builds in intensity before fading away into silence. Overall, Distances within Me is a complex and emotionally charged composition that showcases the versatility and expressive capabilities of the saxophone and piano. The piece is characterized by its use of contrasting moods and styles, as well as its intricate harmonies and rhythms.

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