{"title":"Sheet music composed by Zhou Tian (1981-)","description":"Zhou Tian (1981-) is a composer from China and United States of America. Read more on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Zhou_Tian#External_links\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWikipedia\u003c\/a\u003e.","products":[{"product_id":"zhou-tian-irises-first-edition","title":"Zhou Tian: Irises","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposer\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"\/ja\/collections\/zhou-tian\"\u003eZhou Tian (1981-)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"original-instrumentation-title\"\u003eInstrumentation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"original-instrumentation\"\u003ePiano, Flute\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork\u003c\/strong\u003e: Irises (2023)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"binding hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"book-width\"\u003e8.7\u003c\/span\u003e x \u003cspan class=\"book-length\"\u003e11.4\u003c\/span\u003e inches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"book-pages hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"one-half columns\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/zhoutianmusic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Zhou_Irises-SAMPLE.pdf\" class=\"global-button global-button--text\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"bi bi-file-pdf\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M4 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v12a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h8a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V2a2 2 0 0 0-2-2H4zm0 1h8a1 1 0 0 1 1 1v12a1 1 0 0 1-1 1H4a1 1 0 0 1-1-1V2a1 1 0 0 1 1-1z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M4.603 12.087a.81.81 0 0 1-.438-.42c-.195-.388-.13-.776.08-1.102.198-.307.526-.568.897-.787a7.68 7.68 0 0 1 1.482-.645 19.701 19.701 0 0 0 1.062-2.227 7.269 7.269 0 0 1-.43-1.295c-.086-.4-.119-.796-.046-1.136.075-.354.274-.672.65-.823.192-.077.4-.12.602-.077a.7.7 0 0 1 .477.365c.088.164.12.356.127.538.007.187-.012.395-.047.614-.084.51-.27 1.134-.52 1.794a10.954 10.954 0 0 0 .98 1.686 5.753 5.753 0 0 1 1.334.05c.364.065.734.195.96.465.12.144.193.32.2.518.007.192-.047.382-.138.563a1.04 1.04 0 0 1-.354.416.856.856 0 0 1-.51.138c-.331-.014-.654-.196-.933-.417a5.716 5.716 0 0 1-.911-.95 11.642 11.642 0 0 0-1.997.406 11.311 11.311 0 0 1-1.021 1.51c-.29.35-.608.655-.926.787a.793.793 0 0 1-.58.029zm1.379-1.901c-.166.076-.32.156-.459.238-.328.194-.541.383-.647.547-.094.145-.096.25-.04.361.01.022.02.036.026.044a.27.27 0 0 0 .035-.012c.137-.056.355-.235.635-.572a8.18 8.18 0 0 0 .45-.606zm1.64-1.33a12.647 12.647 0 0 1 1.01-.193 11.666 11.666 0 0 1-.51-.858 20.741 20.741 0 0 1-.5 1.05zm2.446.45c.15.162.296.3.435.41.24.19.407.253.498.256a.107.107 0 0 0 .07-.015.307.307 0 0 0 .094-.125.436.436 0 0 0 .059-.2.095.095 0 0 0-.026-.063c-.052-.062-.2-.152-.518-.209a3.881 3.881 0 0 0-.612-.053zM8.078 5.8a6.7 6.7 0 0 0 .2-.828c.031-.188.043-.343.038-.465a.613.613 0 0 0-.032-.198.517.517 0 0 0-.145.04c-.087.035-.158.106-.196.283-.04.192-.03.469.046.822.024.111.054.227.09.346z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e PDF Preview \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"one-half columns\"\u003e \u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"feature_divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cp\u003eIrises. Capriccio. Arioso. Toccata. These are the four movements that comprise \"Irises,\" a piece for flute and piano that I adapted from my flute concerto. From tranquil meditations to wild rituals, the piece is empowered by tradition while exploring the diversity of musical styles through reflection on the flute's long and rich heritage (hence the baroque-inspired subtitles). There are hints of my musical lineage from Barber to Piston to traditional Chinese music, as I sought a coexistence of clarity of form with passionate expression, exploring the richness of orchestral timbre yet always embracing purity of line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece begins with \"Irises,\" a movement of mixed moods of long singing lines and airy dances. The flower makes me think about the flute – sensuous and yet strong. \"Capriccio\" is a scherzo in perpetual motion. The rapid, repeated notes and the concise form drew its inspiration from Baroque dance pieces. \"Arioso\" is a meditation. As the flute joins the plush chords and dashing ornaments, the sonic color is altered frequently, masking the hinted atonality in the melody with romanticism. \"Toccata,\" the finale, is a virtuosic dance. An accumulation of materials sends the piece to a climax at the end.\n©Zhou Tian\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"First Edition Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41271605231695,"sku":"FEP002","price":73.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/1828\/files\/2dd2c881945eab08273efcbe58b99b12.jpg?v=1752503037"},{"product_id":"zhou-tian-flute-concerto-first-edition","title":"Zhou Tian: Flute Concerto","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposer\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"\/ja\/collections\/zhou-tian\"\u003eZhou Tian (1981-)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full Score\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"original-instrumentation-title\"\u003eInstrumentation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"original-instrumentation\"\u003eFlute, Orchestra\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork\u003c\/strong\u003e: Flute Concerto (2022)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"binding\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spiral Bound\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"book-width\"\u003e10.0\u003c\/span\u003e x \u003cspan class=\"book-length\"\u003e14.0\u003c\/span\u003e inches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"book-pages hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"First Edition Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41271605657679,"sku":"FEP001","price":140.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/1828\/files\/ea9273bd5d7123e60983a1b2fa1b821c.jpg?v=1752077748"},{"product_id":"zhou-tian-morning-after-the-deluge-first-edition","title":"Zhou Tian: Morning after the Deluge","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposer\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"\/ja\/collections\/zhou-tian\"\u003eZhou Tian (1981-)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Set of Parts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"original-instrumentation-title\"\u003eInstrumentation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"original-instrumentation\"\u003eViolin, Piano Quintet (Piano, Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello)\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"\/ja\/collections\/zhou-tian-morning-after-the-deluge-2004\"\u003eMorning after the Deluge (2004)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"binding hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"book-width\"\u003e9.4\u003c\/span\u003e x \u003cspan class=\"book-length\"\u003e12.4\u003c\/span\u003e inches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"book-pages hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"one-half columns\"\u003e \u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"feature_divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cp\u003eSome inspiration for \u003cem\u003eMorning after the Deluge\u003c\/em\u003e, a 12-minute piece for violin, piano and string quartet (a rare instrumentation used most notably by Chausson), comes from William Turner's similarly-named painting from 1843, Light and Colour (Goethe's Theory) – the Morning after the Deluge – Moses Writing the Book of Genesis. The painting depicts dawn emerging from the ruin of the great flood when God's covenant with man was established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shifting landscape dissolving into layers of mist against a rising sun inspired me to design the same for the music: it begins with a single melody that slowly develops into a growing fugue; when all 6 members of ensemble finally come together, we begin \"hearing\" the first light of the dawn. A new, lively motif emerges. Bright and colorful, the music bears influences from traditional Chinese folk dances. The opening theme also forms the ending of the piece, which is reflective of a sunset. 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Lyrical and reflective, the music carries a strong sense of romanticism, and strives to convey a sense of spiritual bliss. The piece was originally written as the middle movement of my first string quartet. My sincere thanks to David Thornton, who initiated this version for wind ensemble with an excellent transcription. I made further arrangements and composed new materials for the current version.\n©Zhou Tian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArranged 2021\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"First Edition Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43508031357007,"sku":"FEP015","price":61.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/1828\/files\/9b86b1b9d5897d0a32e73981727f1bd0.jpg?v=1755014899"},{"product_id":"zhou-tian-morning-call-first-edition","title":"Zhou Tian: Morning Call","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposer\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"\/ja\/collections\/zhou-tian\"\u003eZhou Tian (1981-)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Score \u0026amp; Set of Parts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"original-instrumentation-title\"\u003eInstrumentation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"original-instrumentation\"\u003eBrass Quintet (Trumpet I, Trumpet II, Horn, Trombone, Tuba)\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork\u003c\/strong\u003e: Morning Call (2002)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"binding hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"book-width\"\u003e9.4\u003c\/span\u003e x \u003cspan class=\"book-length\"\u003e12.4\u003c\/span\u003e inches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"book-pages hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"one-half columns\"\u003e \u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"feature_divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cp\u003eA fresh awakening to a folk-inspired antiphony. 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The title piece came from a collaboration with Seth Michelson, whose bilingual heroic crown of sonnets about the genocide in Argentina (1976-1983) was set to music. Come Walk with Me, and I Will Tell is based on a selection from The Song of the Stone Wall by Hellen Keller. 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Aria. Rendezvous.\u003c\/em\u003e These are the three movements that infuse my double concerto for violin and viola. Although the subtitles suggest the mood of each movement, the piece as a whole is rooted in the tradition of absolute music—a non-programmatic approach where the focus is on the interplay of musical ideas rather than in conveying a specific narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece begins with \"Play,\" where the two solo instruments engage in an energetic dialogue, oscillating between moments of cooperation and playful rivalry. Keen listeners may notice the many variations on the double-perfect-fifth motif that is embedded throughout the movement. A gentle \"Aria\" follows, though in the middle there is a substantial buildup from a string sextet (two soloists plus the string principles) to the full orchestra. The finale, \"Rendezvous,\" is a spirited voyage where everyone comes together, only to bid farewell in the same breath.\n©Zhou Tian\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"First Edition Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45113244581967,"sku":"FEP023","price":152.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/1828\/files\/8743b44b41cbf38a734ecbd8b0e31c41.jpg?v=1779900709"},{"product_id":"zhou-tian-threads-first-edition","title":"Zhou Tian: Threads","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposer\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"\/ja\/collections\/zhou-tian\"\u003eZhou Tian (1981-)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full Score\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"original-instrumentation-title\"\u003eInstrumentation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"original-instrumentation\"\u003eOrchestra\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork\u003c\/strong\u003e: Threads (2024)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"binding\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spiral Bound\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"book-width\"\u003e11.0\u003c\/span\u003e x \u003cspan class=\"book-length\"\u003e16.9\u003c\/span\u003e inches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"book-pages hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"one-half columns\"\u003e \u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"feature_divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThreads\u003c\/em\u003e explores the multifaceted symbolism of \"thread,\" celebrating music-making within the concise framework of an orchestral prelude. It begins with a single \"thread\"—a simple 5-note motif. As the music progresses, it intertwines with numerous instruments, eventually expanding into multiple threads of orchestral voices.\n©Zhou Tian\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"First Edition Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45113245925455,"sku":"FEP024","price":91.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/1828\/files\/70123f82db0899dcd20ca8d3c135440c.jpg?v=1779900649"},{"product_id":"zhou-tian-d-o-n-e-first-edition","title":"Zhou Tian: D-O-N-E","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposer\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"\/ja\/collections\/zhou-tian\"\u003eZhou Tian (1981-)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full Score\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"original-instrumentation-title\"\u003eInstrumentation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"original-instrumentation\"\u003eOrchestra\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"\/ja\/collections\/zhou-tian-transcend-2019\"\u003eD-O-N-E from Transcend (2019)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"binding\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spiral Bound\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"book-width\"\u003e11.0\u003c\/span\u003e x \u003cspan class=\"book-length\"\u003e16.9\u003c\/span\u003e inches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"book-pages hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"one-half columns\"\u003e \u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"feature_divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cp\u003eMay 10, 1869. Promontory, Utah. A one-word telegraph was sent across the United States in Morse code, announcing the completion of the First Transcontinental Railroad. Now the country was connected as never before: a journey between San Francisco and New York that previously took up to six months now took only days. Some 150 years later, that word, \"D-O-N-E,\" is transformed here into music using the rhythm of the Morse code. Throughout the finale, the \"done\" motif is passed back and forth by numerous instruments in the ensemble. An accumulation of materials sends the piece to a climax at the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD-O-N-E is part of Transcend, a 3-movement work commissioned by 13 American orchestras in commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Transcontinental Railroad.\n©Zhou Tian\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"First Edition Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45113279250511,"sku":"FEP025","price":79.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/1828\/files\/826bc7ced9ad388e83fef325dba35b79.jpg?v=1779900590"},{"product_id":"zhou-tian-transcend-first-edition","title":"Zhou Tian: Transcend","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposer\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"\/ja\/collections\/zhou-tian\"\u003eZhou Tian (1981-)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full Score\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"original-instrumentation-title\"\u003eInstrumentation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"original-instrumentation\"\u003eOrchestra\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"\/ja\/collections\/zhou-tian-transcend-2019\"\u003eTranscend (2019)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"binding hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"book-pages hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"one-half columns\"\u003e \u003ch4\u003eDescription\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"feature_divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cp\u003eProgramme Note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few years ago, I was delighted to be invited to compose a new work commemorating the 150th anniversary of the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad. When I learned that thirteen American orchestras—many located along the original route—would join forces to commission and premiere the piece across the country, I was truly honored, knowing the profound cultural significance this project would carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegun in 1862 and completed in 1869, the Transcontinental Railroad effectively linked the United States from east to west for the first time. Its cultural legacy includes the contributions of thousands of Chinese and Irish laborers who toiled under severe weather and brutal working conditions. Numerous \"hell on wheels\" towns—described by the Linda Hall Library as places that \"proliferated along the construction route and became famous for rapid growth and infamous for lawlessness\"—sprang up along the way. As the settlements pushed westward, there was a mixing of ethnic groups and cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately, as the daunting task of laying tracks across rugged terrain intensified, many workers perished, and many others were denied the American dream with the enactment of the Chinese Exclusion Act in 1882. Yet those who remained brought traditional art and music into the fabric of American culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a Chinese-born composer who immigrated to this country, studied at its top music schools, and now teaches at one of its leading research universities, I was inspired to create this work—to tell a musical story, to celebrate human perseverance, and to pay tribute to my own cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTranscend is composed of three movements. It begins with Pulse, in which rich, expansive strings gradually build into a relentless pulse of 152-BPM. The violent, percussive poundings that occur from time to time are like blasts of dynamite, evoking the tension and suspense of man versus nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePromise, the meditative second movement, is a vocalise for those who sought a better future. Lyrical woodwind solos, dashing flute and harp, and plush strings are met with melodies inspired by traditional Chinese folk music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finale, D-O-N-E, is based on the rhythm of the word \"done\" in Morse code. This single word was sent across the country via one of the first nationwide telegraphs on May 10, 1869, to mark the Railroad's completion. Throughout the movement, the \"done\" motif is passed back and forth to numerous instruments in the orchestra. An accumulation of materials sends the piece to a climax at the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"D-O-N-E\" motif, based on the Morse code for the word\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTranscend was jointly commissioned by Reno Philharmonic (Laura Jackson, Music Director), Utah Symphony (Thierry Fischer), Omaha Symphony (Thomas Wilkins), Sacramento Philharmonic, Boise Philharmonic (Eric Garcia), Arapahoe Philharmonic (Devin Patrick Hughes), Cheyenne Symphony (William Intriligator), Chicago Youth Symphony (Allen Tinkham), Central Wisconsin Symphony (Patrick Miles), Evanston Symphony (Lawrence Eckerling), Idaho State-Civic Symphony (Julie Sorensen), Michigan State University Symphony (Jim Forger), and Stanford Symphony (Paul Phillips). My deep gratitude goes to Laura Jackson, without whose passion, courage, and artistry the project would not have been possible. 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The piece takes its name from the musical term \"cadence,\" which refers to the harmonic or rhythmic progression that signals the end of a musical phrase, providing a sense of tension and resolution. It is such an intimate concept to musicians because it not only appears in the Majority of the repertoire, but also serves as a key element of one's interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a composer, this alone is a fascinating concept. But in this work, I was also inspired by cadence beyond its musical connotation. in language, it defines the natural rise and fall of speech, creating a harmonious rhythm. in nature, cadence can be observed in phenomena such as the ebb and flow of tides, or the rhythmic beat of a bird's wings, instilling a sense of order and predictability in the world around us. Indeed, cadence finds application in various aspects of life. 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