Forever And A Day

"Forever And A Day" was originally commissioned by the Kansas City Jazz Orchestra who premiered the piece in April 2023 at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Kansas City, MO. This brass quintet adaption can be performed using a traditional 5-piece group or with optional auxiliary percussion instrumentation. "Forever And A Day" begins with a wistful chorale before leading into a quasi funk groove that is propelled throughout the composition via contemporary harmonies, rhythms and mood transformations. This piece is fueled by the juxtaposition of modern style versus Classical elements. Careful attention should be paid to balance/blend, steady rhythm, dynamics, articulation and meter changes. Optional auxiliary percussion instrumentation is included for shaker and tambourine if desired. "Forever And A Day" is playable by advanced high school, college or service level brass quintets and is ideal for concert, festival or contest events. Run time is 5:54.