Sonata no. 1 for Violin and Piano
ORCHESTRATION violin, piano
DURATION 15 min
Dedicated to Eliran Avni and Lauren Basney
Asian Composers League Award 2004 (1st prize)
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Although my violin sonata is an abstract piece, its main dramatic conflict can be described as the struggle between restraint and uncontrolled rage. The piece is based on a single lyrical melody which is reminiscent of the late romantic style - although it is never presented in a traditional manner. The piece begins quietly, like a singer trying to sing but caught up in her own tears. At a crucial point in the piece the restrained silence is broken, unleashing a savage presto. The piece then returns to the unspoken restraint of the opening.