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Sunburst Lichen

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Sunburst Lichen : for orchestra / Christine Pan.

by Christine Pan (2023)

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  • Instrumentation: Flute (doubles piccolo), oboe, 2 clarinets in B flat, b assoon, 2 horns in F, 2 trumpets in Bflat, trombone, tuba, timpani (3 drums - 32", 29", 26"), percussion (vibraphone, 2 tom toms, 2 temple blocks, suspended cymbal), harp, strings.

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In the heart of Denali's wild and unspoiled embrace, a world of wonder unfolds. Here, among the towering peaks and sprawling wilderness, one can discover the enchanting Sunburst Lichen, known by the scientific name 'Xanthoria elegans'. Its presence is a splash of vibrant orange against the rugged Alaskan terrain. This lichen, its smallness made easy to be overlooked when the grandeur of nature surrounds you, possesses a magical quality. Once you are aware of its existence, it is as if a secret has been unveiled. Suddenly, it's everywhere, like drops of golden sun splattered across a vast green canvas.

Inspired by the intricate dance of this slow-growing marvel and its quest for survival, I try to sonically paint its symbiotic union with its surrounding flora, fungi, and bacteria. Its central theme; drawn from a spectral analysis I conducted of the lichen using special computer programs; weaves and winds, mirroring the lichen's peaceful interactions with its co-inhabitants. Various leitmotifs and their intertwining dances symbolise the ever-shifting relationships between this harmonious consortium of life. Ultimately, this composition intricately depicts my initial encounter with this modest organism beneath my feet and subsequently, my profound realization on its true significance within the tapestry of the Alaskan ecosystem. I am struck by the unwavering tenacity and vibrancy that the Sunburst lichen embodies and I hope that it can inspire us all to embrace a similar approach to life, one of strength, mutual altruism and community.

Published by: Australian Music Centre — 1 facsimile score (55p. -- B4 (portrait))

Difficulty: Advanced — Virtuosic Passages, some extended techniques,

Duration: 10 mins

Commission info: Sunburst Lichen was commissioned by Melbourne Symphony Orchestra for the Cybec 21st Century Australian Composers' Program.

First performance by Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Carlo Antonioli — 30 Jan 24. Iwaki Auditorium, Southbank Melbourne

The composer notes the following, genres, influences, etc in relation to this work:
Lyrical, programmatic, whimsical, music inspired by nature

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ISMN: 979-0-67317-070-4

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