City of Fog

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Take a journey to an abandoned metropolis. There is not a human or living creature in sight. The atmosphere is thick and makes your body weighted. You trudge as though you are walking underwater. The city itself is made up of large skyscrapers of fog and smoke. The only sound echoes a haunting moan that almost sighs of pain. You cannot point to where the sound is coming from, but you feel the impact of the sound more as you walk deeper.

Eventually, this moan subsides for a light. The light shines faintly through the dark atmosphere. However, it adds definition to the fog and smoke. The structures are sharpened and the city becomes more recognizable as you go closer to the source. As you look around in a new light, you realize you've been in this city before.

As the light brightens, memories surface of past experiences. There were times of loving joy. These moments are the most heartfelt. It almost makes you forget about the gloom of the city. However, there is that one tragic memory originating at the light source. The memory is not foggy, but vivid and overwhelming. The haunting moan returns louder and screaming of pain. Turning away from the light brings enlightenment to all the memories. Everything leads to one person.

One person who has been forgotten not because of neglect, but out of the paralyzing reminder of the present situation. For this, the city is abandoned and not many people visit. However, the city of fog exists for those who need reminders of what is truly important.

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• Audio: City of Fog — UP/Down Percussion

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Title: City of Fog

Description: "City of Fog" is a contemporary percussion quartet composition that transports listeners to an abandoned metropolis, where the atmosphere is heavy with fog and smoke. This 11 minute and 45-second piece evokes a haunting journey through a city devoid of life, immersing the audience in a soundscape characterized by echoes of moans and memories. The composition intricately captures the dichotomy of despair and nostalgia, leading to a poignant revelation about the importance of remembrance.

Instrumentation: The work is designed for a percussion quartet, showcasing the versatility and expressiveness of percussion instruments.

Year of Composition: 2017

Purchase Information: Available for purchase at a price of $29.99. Interested buyers can access the payment link here.

Duration: 11 minutes and 45 seconds (11.75 minutes).

Program Notes: The composition invites the audience to experience a journey through a fog-laden city, where sounds echo with haunting familiarity. As the light shines through the fog, memories surface, blending moments of joy with a poignant reminder of loss. It reflects on the essence of what is truly important, making it a profound piece for contemplation.

Commissioned By: Up/Down Percussion

Score Details: The full score can be accessed through the PDF link provided in the properties.

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