2019
For Symphony Orchestra
Dusk in Chiufen was conceived during the composer’s one-day trip to the northeastern Taiwanese town of Chiufen (九份), where he was captivated by the literally picturesque sunset. Rather than depicting the sun, the piece paints three elements of the surroundings, framing the heart of the scenery in negative space.
Instrumentation
2 Flutes, 1 doubling piccolo
2 Oboes, 1 doubling cor anglais
2 Clarinets in B♭, 1 doubling clarinet in E♭
2 Bassoons
2 Horns in F
2 Trumpets in B♭ (with cup mutes)
Timpani
Percussion (Bass drum, Cymbals)
Strings
Work history
Composed Jan 2019
Oxford
Workshopped 22 February 2019
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra
John Traill, conductor