Sirocco Gary D. Ziek

Kategorie / Categorie: Concert Band Concert Band Grade 3-3.5
Besetzung / Instrumentation: Concert Band
Verlag / Publication: Wingert-Jones Publications
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A sirocco is a Mediterranean wind that originates in the Sahara Desert, capable of reaching hurricane velocities. This piece reflects the changing nature of this dry wind; it starts with a brief and violent flurry, then settles down, depicting the still, hot desert morning. As the desert comes to life, the music evolves into a 6/8 world-music groove, enhanced by colorful percussion effects. Building and growing in intensity, the raging sandstorm powers over the landscape to a climactic close.