Hieroglyphs

Darkly mysterious and exotic sounding, with a dance-like section that evokes the image of an ancient Egyptian celebration, this will provide a magical moment in your concert program!  Marvelous use of timbre and effects bring the music to life, with a particularly effective clarinet solo in the opening, rattling percussion sounds and festive hand claps.  The contrasting middle section is slow and broad like the Nile River itself, and sets the woodwinds and brasses in choirs to good effect.  Your band will enjoy performing the "chariot race" section as well! Highly recommended!