Zhou Tian: Irises
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- Composer: Zhou Tian (1981-)
- Instrumentation: Piano, Flute
- Work: Irises (2023)
- Size: 8.7 x 11.4 inches
Description
Irises. 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.
The 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. ©Zhou Tian
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Zhou Tian: Irises
