Guardians of the East

Description

According to ancient Chinese mythology, the universe was divided into four quadrants called the Four Celestial Palaces, each represented by a guardian animal: Dragon, Phoenix, Tiger and Tortoise. This multi-sectioned work takes the listener on a journey to ancient China with contrasting moods and rhythmic interest. It has been written for piccolo trumpet and 5 trumpets with a player playing flugel horn in one section.

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