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Composer Tom Nazziola writes this about his piece, From Here to There -
"In writing this piece I wanted to experiment with capturing three distinct moods within one composition through gradual transition. The first movement is more gestural in nature and explores odd groupings that play off the beat as well as on the beat. Gradually, the first movement moves away from a pointillistic sound to a more groove-oriented environment, setting the stage for the second movement. In addition to steady grooves, the second movement contains many subdivisions of the main pattern as well as cross rhythms – typical of African and Latin American-based music. The third movement begins with a textural approach but quickly moves towards a Latin jazz concept with written and improvised solos for drum set. Many elements of a Latin jazz ensemble are dispersed throughout the percussion instruments (i.e. the marimba plays a montuno pattern while supporting melodic activity in the vibes). The piece culminates in an open drum solo over a clave ostinato represented by handclaps."
Quotes:
"Musical, Creative, Challenging and rewarding describe 'From Here to There.' This excellent composition by Tom Nazziola will sustain your interest……from here to there."
- John H. Beck
Professor Emeritus of Percussion
Eastman School of Music
"How often does one find a piece for percussion that is musically interesting and intelligently written, with a challenging drum set part, and yet totally accessible for the audience. Let's not let them know how serious and well organized it is."
- Morris Lang
former percussionist-New York Philharmonic
Professor of percussion - Lehman College
"In writing this piece I wanted to experiment with capturing three distinct moods within one composition through gradual transition. The first movement is more gestural in nature and explores odd groupings that play off the beat as well as on the beat. Gradually, the first movement moves away from a pointillistic sound to a more groove-oriented environment, setting the stage for the second movement. In addition to steady grooves, the second movement contains many subdivisions of the main pattern as well as cross rhythms – typical of African and Latin American-based music. The third movement begins with a textural approach but quickly moves towards a Latin jazz concept with written and improvised solos for drum set. Many elements of a Latin jazz ensemble are dispersed throughout the percussion instruments (i.e. the marimba plays a montuno pattern while supporting melodic activity in the vibes). The piece culminates in an open drum solo over a clave ostinato represented by handclaps."
Quotes:
"Musical, Creative, Challenging and rewarding describe 'From Here to There.' This excellent composition by Tom Nazziola will sustain your interest……from here to there."
- John H. Beck
Professor Emeritus of Percussion
Eastman School of Music
"How often does one find a piece for percussion that is musically interesting and intelligently written, with a challenging drum set part, and yet totally accessible for the audience. Let's not let them know how serious and well organized it is."
- Morris Lang
former percussionist-New York Philharmonic
Professor of percussion - Lehman College
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