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Lumen Symphony

Concertante for viola and orchestra
viola and orchestra
Edition: Performance material

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Inspired by the profound poetic verses of Hildegard von Bingen's 'O Verbum Patris’, Lumen Symphony emerges as a musical response to themes of wisdom, creation and the radiant power of light.

Composed for the MSO in 2023 as part of my composer-in-residency, this symphony encompasses Lumen Prime Aurore, an orchestral work I composed for the MSO in 2021. Derived from the evocative words of Hildegard von Bingen's poem, the title of this short work encapsulates the essence of "first dawn's light" and pays homage not only to the poet's inspiring verse but also bears a direct connection to the research that I undertook for my opera about Antarctica where, within the South Polar Circle, a miraculous display of colourful lights known as the Aurora is created as a result of electrically charged particles from solar winds interacting with meteorological gases as they enter the Earth’s atmosphere. Within the larger symphonic framework, Lumen Prime Aurore becomes a vital thread that weaves its own narrative to serve as a catalyst for further development and contrast, enhancing thematic unity and contributing to the overall musical journey. A defining feature of the Lumen Symphony is its concertante structure, with the solo viola taking on a prominent role in Movements I, III and V. Throughout these movements, the solo viola engages in a dialogue with the orchestra, showcasing its expressive capabilities and intertwining its voice with the symphonic fabric. As the symphony unfolds, it invites the audience on an exploration of colour and texture, where the luminous themes of Hildegard von Bingen's poem find musical resonance.

Lumen Symphony is dedicated to Brenton Broadstock on the momentous occasion of his 70th Birthday and is commissioned by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra with generous support from Kim Williams AM.

Mary Finsterer

Orchestral Cast

2 (2. auch Picc.) · 1 · Engl. Hr. · 0 · 2 - 2 · 0 · 0 · 0 - S. (Crot. · Vibr. · Gongs · Tamt. · 2 Tomt. (h., m.) · gr. Tr.) - Cel. - Str.

Content

I dolce
II Lumen Prime Aurore
III
IV
V

More Information

Title:
Lumen Symphony
Concertante for viola and orchestra
Edition:
Performance material
Publisher/Label:
Schott Music
Year of composition:
2023
Duration:
34 ′
World Premiere:
August 6, 2021 · Melbourne, VIC (AUS)
Conductor: Joshua Tan; Bretty Kelly · Melbourne Symphony Orchestra; Singapore Symphony Orchestra
(First performance (simultaneous stream from Meldbourne and Singapore) of movement II ("Lumen prime aurore"))

July 27, 2023 · Melbourne, VC (AUS)
Melbourne Recital Centre
Christopher Moore, viola · Conductor: Carlo Antonioli · Melbourne Symphony Orchestra

Commissioned work :
Commissioned by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra with generous support from Kim Williams AM.

Technical Details

Media Type:
Hire/performance material
Product number:
LS 6286-01

Performances

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  • Lumen Symphony
    Conductor: Carlo Antonioli
    Orchestra: Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
    July 28, 2023 | Geelong, VC (Australia) , Costa Hall
  • Lumen Symphony
    Conductor: Carlo Antonioli
    Orchestra: Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
    July 27, 2023 | Melbourne, VC (Australia) , Melbourne Recital Centre — World Premiere
  • Lumen Symphony
    Conductor: Joshua Tan; Bretty Kelly
    Orchestra: Melbourne Symphony Orchestra; Singapore Symphony Orchestra
    August 6, 2021 | Melbourne, VIC (Australia) — World Premiere (Uraufführung (Simultaner Stream aus Melbourne und Singapur) des zweiten Satzes ("Lumen prime aurore"))
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOCCtq0tMfY
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