Journey to the Ends of the World | for Brass Quartet
for Brass Quartet
2 Trumpet, Trombone, Tubadur. ca. 17min
The journey to the ends of the world unveils two movements, each portraying different facets of Ragnarök from Norse mythology. The initial movement resonates with a horn call featuring the tuba that emulates the evocative sound we often imagine in movies.
The tuba soloist takes center stage, accentuating the imminent demise of all Nine Realms, destined to perish and embrace a new beginning. This truth reverberates throughout the composition, manifested by the intense, foreboding call and response of the distress among the ensemble's members. The second movement, Voyage, depicts the epic clash between the formidable world serpent, Jörmungandr, and Thor Odinson. This battle was the finale of Ragnarök, giving the end of the nine realms. Enveloping the vast expanse of the world, the colossal serpent gave rise to an epic confrontation of unparalleled magnitude, ripping the world apart. Although Thor delivered the final, fatal blow, he was not spared from the serpent's retaliation. Its venom coursed through Thor's body, gradually vanquishing him.
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