交响音诗《兆》 Symphonic Poem: The Harbinger (2013 - 2014)
Approx. Length - 7'30
For Chinese Orchestra
Written in the style of a symphonic epic, The Harbinger sketches impressions of a post-apocalyptic future and the signs which foreshadow it. Portents and presages abound, with the recurring motif of the Harbinger guiding us to the realization of uncertainty.
Full Instrumentation:
2 Bangdi
2 Qudi
2 Soprano Sheng
2 Alto Sheng
1 Bass Sheng
2 Soprano Suona
2 Alto Suona
1 Bass Suona
Yangqin
Liuqin
Pipa
Zhongruan
Daruan
Guzheng
Glockenspiel
Vibraphone
Tubular Bells
Suspended Cymbal
Bass Drum
Tom-toms (or Paigu)
Timpani
Gaohu
Erhu I
Erhu II
Zhonghu
Cello
Double Bass
Approximate Difficulty Levels:
Bowed strings (Huqin): ●●●○○
Bowed strings (Cello/Bass): ●●○○○
Plucked strings: ●●●○○
Winds: ●●●○○
Percussion: ●●○○○
Overall: ●●●○○
Video:
Victoria Junior College Chinese Orchestra & Alumni (conductor: Lim Kiong Pin), 2014, premiere