Experience an evening of rich melodies, intriguing rhythms, and profound emotions as the San Francisco Composers Chamber Orchestra presents “Life Forces.”
The evening’s repertoire pays tribute to the orchestra’s founding figure, Mark Alburger. Mark by Hussein Al-Nasrawi is a vibrant composition dedicated to celebrating the lively and energetic qualities of Alburger, composed for a unique ensemble including bassoon, two flutes, oboe, a string quartet, timpani, and piano.
In a particularly touching segment, Michael Orlinsky’s Requiem offers a deep dive into the contemplation of life, death, and what might lie beyond. The piece deftly blends traditional Latin, English, and French texts to craft a soundscape that bridges the sacred and secular. Drawing inspiration from the loss of his brother, Adam Elliot, in 2013, Orlinsky juxtaposes the atheistic texts of Frederick Delius with traditional Latin to illuminate both the human and the divine understanding of mortality.
Davide Verotta‘s Energy will draw the audience into its ebbs and flows, showcasing a triptych of musical ideas that culminate in an intense crescendo. Meanwhile, Lumping and Splitting by Vance Maverick takes its audience on a rhythmic journey, exploring the various ways a pulse can be grouped or subdivided.
For those in search of the avant-garde, Michael Cooke‘s Open Ended promises a truly unparalleled experience. A piece that evolves in real-time, it’s a dynamic showcase of the intersection of composition and improvisation. Every performance of Open Ended is a world première, ensuring that audiences are treated to a one-of-a-kind auditory experience.
Program for the Evening:
Mark Alburger – Mikhail’s Navy
Hussein Al-Nasrawi – Mark
Michael Cooke – Open Ended
Michael Orlinsky – Requiem
Vance Maverick – Lumping and Splitting
Scott Sterling – Melodious Bugling
Davide Verotta – Energy
Join us on November 4th at the Lakeside Presbyterian Church and immerse yourself in an eclectic musical evening that promises to be both introspective and invigorating.