This festive work explores the brightness inside us when we feel elated or joyous, something beyond simply being content. Happiness comes from events and people around you; but joy - that comes from within.
A quartet for mallet instruments and toms inspired by the music, chanting, and energy of the 2017 Women's March. Each member of the ensemble has the opportunity to play both a mallet instrument and toms.
1.7.16 was commissioned by The Hamilton Flute Band to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, and was premiered in St Columb’s Cathedral, Londonderry on 1st July 2016.