Composer

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Gregory Wanamaker

Genre

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Chamber

Compose Date

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2014

Average_duration

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9:44

"Unsettled, Unphased..." is a contemporary classical composition by Gregory Wanamaker, an American composer and saxophonist. The piece was composed in 2012 and premiered on February 22, 2013, by the Prism Quartet at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia. The composition consists of three movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, "Unsettled," is marked by a sense of unease and tension. The saxophones play dissonant, angular lines that create a feeling of instability and uncertainty. The movement builds to a frenzied climax before abruptly ending. The second movement, "Unphased," is a stark contrast to the first. It is marked by a calm, serene atmosphere, with long, sustained notes and gentle, flowing melodies. The saxophones blend together in a rich, harmonious texture that creates a sense of unity and peace. The final movement, "Unleashed," is a return to the energy and intensity of the first. The saxophones play fast, virtuosic lines that race up and down the range of the instruments. The music is marked by sudden shifts in tempo and dynamics, creating a sense of unpredictability and excitement. The movement builds to a thrilling climax before coming to a sudden, unexpected stop. Overall, "Unsettled, Unphased..." is a dynamic and engaging composition that showcases Wanamaker's skill as a composer and his deep understanding of the saxophone as an instrument. The piece is characterized by its use of dissonance, angular melodies, and sudden shifts in mood and tempo, creating a sense of tension and release that keeps the listener engaged throughout.

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