Composer

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John Luther Adams

Genre

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Orchestral

Average_duration

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14:54

'Become River' is a contemporary classical music composition by American composer John Luther Adams. The piece was composed in 2010 and premiered on October 2, 2010, at the University of Richmond in Virginia. The composition is a single movement work that lasts approximately 45 minutes. The piece is scored for a large ensemble of 24 musicians, including strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and piano. The instrumentation is carefully balanced to create a rich and complex sound world that is both immersive and meditative. The music is characterized by its use of sustained tones, slowly evolving harmonies, and subtle shifts in texture and dynamics. The title of the piece, 'Become River', refers to the idea of transformation and flow. The music is inspired by the natural world, particularly the rivers and streams that flow through the landscape. Adams has described the piece as a "sonic meditation" on the idea of water as a symbol of change and renewal. The composition is structured around a series of overlapping musical motifs that gradually build in intensity and complexity. The music ebbs and flows like a river, with moments of stillness and calm interspersed with sudden bursts of energy and motion. The overall effect is one of immersive, hypnotic beauty that invites the listener to lose themselves in the music. 'Become River' is a prime example of Adams' unique approach to contemporary classical music. His music is deeply rooted in the natural world, and he often uses sound to explore the relationship between humans and the environment. The piece is a testament to the power of music to evoke emotion and create a sense of connection with the world around us.

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