Well, what is a bigger problem: having no material or having too much? I believe that Mr. Abraham has commissioned me to write about 4 minutes and I’m currently sitting at 6:32. I guess that’s better than not having anything, but what’s more is that all my notes would indicate that there is more yet to come. Transitional bits and pieces, a ‘B’ section in the final movement and an ending I haven’t yet put together. I have another lesson coming up as Dr. Meechan has graciously agreed to help me with orchestration. It’s so much harder when you have pretty much EVERYTHING at your disposal - it’s exciting, but what do I put where? I also need help making decisions with percussion. Writing for jazz ensemble is more in my wheelhouse, but this has been very good for me.Â
I had some students this week tell me they were excited about this upcoming project and putting it together and now that I have a bulk of it done, I’m starting to feel that way, too.