RAINBOW BRIDGE TO PARADISE starts at the verybottom note of the cello, in the deep, rich, elegant tonesof the instrument and traverses (throughout fourminutes and thirty seconds) to the very bright, clear,clean, optimistic top register of the instrument. Therainbow is one of humankind’s premier symbols,permeating our myths, art, and literature. Throughouthistory, the rainbow has been seen primarily as asymbol—of peace, covenant, divine sanction... and therainbow's image is woven into the fabric of our past,present and future. This music’s vibrant, expressiveand distinct “picture” is one of an ascent from earth toparadise across a colourful bridge.Rainbow Bridge to Paradise is included in the projectCello Solos Today. Cello Solos Today was supportedby New Music USA, through a generous contributionfrom Elizabeth and Justus Schlichting. RAINBOWBRIDGE TO PARADISE, In Memoriam William G.Simpson, is dedicated with admiration and gratitudeto Chris Gross and the Talea Ensemble.
- ISMN: 9790708129431 (M708129431)