The joy of the quiet in the transcendence of time

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Composer: Michael Rene Torres

Duration: 8:00

Scoring: Alto saxophone and piano

Materials: Piano Score (8.5x11) and Saxophone Part (8.5x11) ​​

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Program Note

The joy of the quiet in the transcendence of time for alto saxophone and piano is dedicated to my saxophone teacher, Dr. Frederick L. Hemke. The title refers to a line from an introspective poem written by Hemke (titled “An Apology”) which he shared with his audience at his performance during the 2012 Biennial Conference of the North American Saxophone Alliance held at Arizona State University. The poem, written the same year that he retired from 50 years of teaching at Northwestern University, explores his journey as a champion of the concert saxophone as a contemporary force, yet ends with his understanding that, “There’s joy in the beauty of even the simplest tunes.” He writes, “There exists yet the bliss and beauty of tones…,” later referencing his teacher, Marcel Mule’s thought that, “Our instrument was created for the singing of lines.” My piece is directly inspired by these wise words in Hemke’s poem but is also influenced by his profound impact on my personal musicianship and life.
​— Michael Rene Torres
Reproduction Notice:
This program note may be freely reproduced in concert programs, provided that proper credit is given to the composer.