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Program Note
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I composed Levity in 2016 for the Yale University Guild of Carillonneurs. Prior to writing the piece, I knew very little about the carillon, but I welcomed the opportunity to learn more about the instrument and engage with an important part of Yale’s history. I spent time learning about the carillon’s acoustic properties, playing technique, and what specifically makes the Yale Memorial Carillon a unique instrument.
Levity, my first piece for carillon, is inspired by the instrument itself. All aspects of the piece respect the carillon’s acoustic properties and specific playing technique. The title refers to the overall mood of the piece—whimsical melodies and driving, sometimes unpredictable rhythms give the work a sense of lightheartedness. |
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Commissioned by the Yale University Guild of Carillonneurs; premiered in 2016.
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