Symphony Miko

(dedicated to Sir Colin Davis, Mr. Valery Gergiev, and London Symphony Orchestra) profound personal heroic timbres strings in unison military motif two opposing characters lavish ornamentation special splendor enchanting entrance sudden modulation into remote keys a lyrical tutti fortissimo chords brief development a change of meter magical recapitulation daring tonality an Adagio introduction kettledrum big stroke beguiling simplicity intense pleasure the minor mode in the double basses a sinuous descant line reinforced by the clarinet serene duo for flute and trumpet solemn sound of full orchestra single melodic idea starts a new theme impassioned dialogue between piccolo and cello a sparse accompaniment the isolated soaring lines the symbols of loneliness a tranquil state of mind musical monogram a self-portrait in a conspicuous spot powerful orchestration musical chiper personal nature resounding horn call numerous transformations Un poco sostenuto mostly by half-steps slowly middle raise in the woodwinds sung words clarify message serious and gentle a great tension equal length notes a major caesura between majestically dances and triumphal hymns naive faith an eternal life disorderly apparition and pastoral devotion endless variations inimitable spontaneity most delightful surprises beautiful sounds pass by appealing warmth invigorating, soulful evergreen, vitality glorious romantic agile potpourri uplifting songs sheer enjoyment sparkling miniatures enormous, extraordinary the human experience embrace positive aspects the achingly Allegro Con Spirito a unifying motto the climactic point a musical structure coherent, well balanced amazing conclusion stunning final synthesis energetic brass voices ending viola victorious theme (inspired by Miko story)