| Marketing Copy | This work depicts the transition of a young boy from apprentice to the powerful necromancer. The first movement, "Ferendain’s Castle," finds the young boy in travel, daydreaming of his new home. As he tops the hill, the brass and percussion demonstrate the true magnificence of the castle. The second movement, entitled "The Dance" finds all the apprentices celebrating many long years of successful study. The third movement, "The Sword and The Dragon," finds the young man laboring at a task meant to test what he has learned during his stay: the forging of an enchanted sword. Bent upon proving his magical might, the young man sallies forth to slay an ancient dragon. Only upon his death does he understand the philosophy he dearly sought to embrace: power and the wisdom to wield it must walk hand in hand. A year and a half in the composing, this work is intended as a serious, symphonic work for band. |
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