Publisher Desc.  A very rhythmic piece using multiple time signatures, this piece is never dull and is sure to capture your band's attention. Your audience will love it as well. Contrarian means things that happen when you expect the opposite. This piece if full on contrast, between sections of the composition, between the instruments, between the melodies. While most of the piece is in minor, the main melody for the primary movement is built around a whole one scale with complex back grounds and rhythm behind it. The lyrical middle love song also brands itself with contrast with the softly dissonant voicing of the supporting chords. A rhapsody is defined as a musical composition of irregular form having an improvisatory character" - Merriam-Webster Performance notes are included inside the full score.