Jubilee Symphony - Violin

Commissioned for the Jubilee Anniversary of the University of Missouri-St. Louis. I-Bellerive, takes its name from the beautiful Bellerive Country Club which became the location for the university. A fugue evolves from these opening materials to become a conversation among the many partners that were needed to realize this dream. The euphoria of this actually happening is based on a lively jig before the rhythmic energy and melodies return. II. Mirth Day Fiesta showcases the many cultures and ethnicities. Dance-like rhythms and playful flourishes by the winds exhaust the revelers, returning to the quietness of the opening, but the seductive rhythms and melodies draw the dancers into merriment once again. III. Tritons Ascending returns to the sea, beginning dark and mysterious slowly rising, the melodies lead to the engaging fugue. Duration: 14:00