Description

Composer: Brian Balmages
Format: Score and Parts
Instrumentation: Full Orchestra
Level:4
Explore Middle Eastern sounds with this work that combines traditional folk songs with original music. After a haunting opening, authentic Middle Eastern percussion instruments create the groove that accompanies the folk song Ala Dal’ona. As the orchestration builds, original themes are juxtaposed with existing material before an extended percussion ensemble takes centre stage. The final folk song, Tafta Hindi, ultimately morphs into an ostinato over a magnificent presentation of the original theme found throughout the work. A dynamic work for symphony orchestra!
Duration: 6:30