Try to take in a 100-year lifetime of a brilliant religious family man who is literally older than sliced bread, and who became a world-known figure as the head of a major religion. What kind of musical tribute would a classical musician attempt to pen?
This celebratory composition is complex, with rhythmic surprises that trip up even seasoned performers; thick harmonies that allude to life in this hard old world; and motivic storytelling replete with moments of introspection and meditation. There is bold excitement, apprehensive tension, gentle reflection, celebratory revery, and even longevity all wrapped up in one unified brass quintet composition that lasts less than five minutes.
President Russel M. Nelson has been the President, also known as the prophet, of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints since 2018. For decades leading up to that seminal position, he served as an Apostle in the Church’s Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. His intellectual keenness, spiritual sensitivity, and especially his love and concern for his fellowman, have set this remarkable man apart from most of humanity as a truly influential soul. It is my hope that all who experience this brass quintet “Centenarian” will remember this great man and his century of uplifting contributions to this struggling world.Gilded Music Press specializes in brass music and pedagogical materials composed and crafted by Dr. Daniel Thrower. His expertise and experience in the music world are now available in printed or PDF format for the music world's benefit.
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Dr. Daniel N. Thrower
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"Gilded Music Press" was created specifically to make Dr. Daniel Thrower's high-quality music available. Dr. Thrower has been composing music and writing educational supplements for decades. He describes his music as a "personal musical journal". From his work with military ensembles to faculty and students of all ages, his music and teaching materials are created to edify audiences, professional colleagues, students, and himself. Through "Gilded Music Press" the global music community benefits from his excellent research, experience, and creative output. Many have enjoyed and benefited from his work throughout the world, and you will too once you discover his phenomenal products!