Break Through

Break Through

Mark Lortz

Break Through is a musical representation of one�s struggle to pass through a barrier or move beyond an obstacle, either a literal breakthrough or a metaphorical achievement. The composition centers around the key of G minor to achieve a sense of dark, resonant emotion. The percussion is the heartbeat and pulse for the introduction of the piece, while the bass drum and gong rolls create a lugubrious timbre. Melodies and counter-melodies weave in and out of the musical texture. A struggle ensues leading up to the climax, following which there is a resolution to the relative major key of B-flat. Finally, there is a transition to a recapitulation of the opening theme, moving towards a contemplative ending in G minor.

Publisher: Carl Fischer Music
Instrumentation: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet in Bb 1, Clarinet in Bb 2, Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet in Bb 1, Trumpet in Bb 2, Horn, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Euphonium, Bb Euphonium, Tuba, Bells, Timpani, Percussion 1, Bass Drum, Gong, Triangle, Crash Cymbals, Percussion 2, Wind Chimes, Suspended Cymbal
Pages: 12
Format: Full Score
UPC: 680160920648
ISBN: 9781491161968
Item No: YPS257F

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