Half-light on desolation

Half-light on desolation was written during the first year of my Bachelor’s studies in Stockholm, and later premiered by Norrköping symphony orchestra.

Beginning with an extensive flute solo, followed by a long series of declamatory, soloistic wind entries, interspersed with heavy orchestral textures. The unifying feature to its nearly rhapsodic structure is a highly condensed, melodic motif. This motif is repeated throughout the piece, at times almost incessantly, finally coming to rest in a sea of tranquility.

The work represents the culmination of a melodic style of mine, influenced by Lutoslawski, Stravinsky, Saariaho and more.