Towards Bravery traces the journey from vulnerability to courage. Emerging from a restrained, yet noble opening, the music steadily gathers momentum through recurring rhythmic patterns and evolving themes, depicting the slow building of confidence, inner resolve, and strength. Moments of emotional intimacy reflect on the journey so far, acknowledging past struggles while continuing forward. These are contrasted with passages of increasing energy and scale, as soaring melodies and brisk movement intertwine to create an overall uplifting feel. The work culminates in a bold heroic synthesis of its material, suggesting bravery not as a sudden triumph, but as something that gradually emerges over time and is eventually fully realised.
Towards Bravery will be available for purchase in 2026. For more information please contact the composer.
Duration 6:30 min
Instrumentation: Picc, Fl 1 2, Oboe, Bassoon, Bb Cl 1 2 3, Bs Cl, Eb A Sax 1 2, Bb T Sax 1 2, Eb B Sax, Bb Tpt 1 2 3, F Hn 1 2, Trom 1 2, Bs Tbn, Euph (B.C. & T.C.), Tuba, String Bass, Timp, Perc 1 – Tom-toms, S.D., B.D., Perc 2 – Wind Chimes, Suspended Cymbal, Shaker, Woodblock, Crash Cymbals, Mallet Perc – Glock, Marimba
