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Nishimura - AUTUMN (flexible version)

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<strong>AUTUMN</strong><br />

for <strong>flexible</strong> ensemble<br />

CAIT NISHIMURA<br />

2018 / 2021<br />

FLEXIBLE INSTRUMENTATION<br />

PART 1: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Alto Sax, Trumpet, Violin*<br />

PART 2: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Alto Sax, Trumpet, Horn, Violin<br />

PART 3: Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Bassoon,<br />

Violin, Viola, Cello<br />

PART 4: Bass Clarinet, Tenor Sax, Bari Sax, Bassoon, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Cello, Double Bass<br />

Within your ensemble's instrumentation, please try to assign parts as close to the SATB structure as possible<br />

(where S = Part 1, A = Part 2, etc.)<br />

*Note: This arrangement does include string parts, but please note that the key signature is D-flat major. I know<br />

this is not a "string-friendly" key, but artistic integrity is important to me for this particular piece! Treat this as an<br />

opportunity to learn to play in new keys!<br />

Duration: ~3 minutes<br />

This piece was originally composed for SATB choir in and then transcribed for concert band. The choral <strong>version</strong><br />

features original text inspired by seasonal scenic imagery.<br />

TEXT:<br />

The sun hides<br />

low in the sky<br />

igniting the forest<br />

with rays of light.<br />

The air lies motionless<br />

until a gentle wind whispers,<br />

disrupting this peace.<br />

With this wind<br />

dances a colourful melancholy,<br />

painting the seasons<br />

with brushstrokes of time.<br />

Memories swirl<br />

in this cool breeze,<br />

though warmth lingers<br />

in the arms of trees<br />

holding on<br />

until the last single leaf falls.

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