The Bells of Ghengis Khan

Ghengis Khan was one of the the most feared warriors ever.  In this piece, one can just picture him and his soldiers riding across the plains of Mongolia into China.  The driving rhythms, parallel fifths and heavily accented chords all create an atmosphere strength and awe whilst in battle.  The middle section uses the pentatonic scale to convey a gentler side to this daunting figure, perhaps as he rests at night in his tent.  The work concludes with much energy as Ghengis Khan moves ferociously on to his next battle.