Composer

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Aris Carastathis

Genre

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Chamber

Compose Date

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2007

Average_duration

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10:33

Movement_count

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4

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In the Light of an Invisible Moon is a contemporary classical composition by Aris Carastathis. The piece was composed in 2018 and premiered on May 5th of the same year in Athens, Greece. The composition consists of three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, titled "Luminous," is characterized by its ethereal and otherworldly quality. The music is slow and contemplative, with long, sustained notes and delicate, intricate melodies. The use of strings and woodwinds creates a sense of warmth and intimacy, while the occasional use of percussion adds a touch of drama and tension. The second movement, "Eclipse," is much more intense and dramatic than the first. The music is faster and more rhythmic, with a sense of urgency and tension that builds throughout the movement. The use of brass and percussion creates a sense of power and strength, while the strings and woodwinds provide a counterpoint of delicacy and vulnerability. The final movement, "Radiance," is a return to the ethereal quality of the first movement, but with a sense of triumph and celebration. The music is bright and joyful, with soaring melodies and a sense of expansiveness and freedom. The use of brass and percussion adds a sense of grandeur and majesty, while the strings and woodwinds provide a sense of intimacy and warmth. Overall, In the Light of an Invisible Moon is a beautiful and evocative composition that showcases Aris Carastathis' skill as a composer. The use of different instruments and textures creates a rich and varied sonic landscape, while the three movements provide a sense of narrative and progression. The piece is a testament to the power of contemporary classical music to move and inspire audiences.

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