hear them
I have been constantly aware of the presence of my ancestors in my life. The benevolent forefathers and foremothers are there to help, guide and assist. This piece is inspired by a poem by nayyirah waheed, which simply asks the ancestors to speak louder if you can not 'hear them'.
Commissioned for Steven Banks by Young Concert Artists and the Washington Performing Arts.
Perusal Score:
hear them
9 minutes
for baritone saxophone and piano
Steven Banks and Xak Bjerken
Young Concert Artists and the Washington Performing Arts for Steven Banks
I have been constantly aware of the presence of my ancestors in my life. The benevolent forefathers and foremothers are there to help, guide and assist. This piece is inspired by a poem by nayyirah waheed, which simply asks the ancestors to speak louder if you can not 'hear them'.
Commissioned for Steven Banks by Young Concert Artists and the Washington Performing Arts.
Perusal Score: