Composer

:

John Barnes Chance

Genre

:

Symphony

Style

:

Symphony

Compose Date

:

1972

Average_duration

:

17:32

Movement_count

:

3

Movement ....

Symphony No. 2 for winds & percussion is a four-movement work composed by American composer John Barnes Chance in 1964. The piece was premiered on April 23, 1965, by the Eastman Wind Ensemble, conducted by Frederick Fennell. The first movement, marked "Allegro con brio," is characterized by its driving rhythms and energetic melodies. The movement features a call-and-response structure, with the brass and woodwinds trading off melodic material. The percussion section is also prominently featured, with driving rhythms and intricate patterns. The second movement, marked "Adagio," is a lyrical and expressive piece. The movement features a beautiful melody in the woodwinds, which is then passed to the brass. The percussion section provides a subtle and supportive accompaniment, adding to the overall emotional impact of the movement. The third movement, marked "Scherzo," is a playful and energetic piece. The movement features a lively and syncopated rhythm, with the woodwinds and brass trading off melodic material. The percussion section is once again prominently featured, with intricate and complex rhythms. The final movement, marked "Allegro vivo," is a fast and exciting piece. The movement features a driving rhythm and energetic melodies, with the brass and woodwinds trading off melodic material. The percussion section is once again prominently featured, with driving rhythms and intricate patterns. Overall, Symphony No. 2 for winds & percussion is a dynamic and exciting work, showcasing Chance's skillful use of rhythm and melody. The piece is a staple of the wind band repertoire and is widely performed by wind ensembles around the world.

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