| 40114 | Water on Mars (Full Orchestra) |
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| Sluder, Kevin | |
| Category: Full Orchestra |
| Grade: Medium |
| Duration: 4:00 |
| Instrumentation: 2+1.1.2+1.1/2.2.2.1,timp,7 perc,(AATB sax,euph,hp/synth),str=8.8.5.5.5 |
| Comments: See #40828 for String Orchestra edition. |
| Description: Water on Mars takes listeners on a cinematic voyage to the red planet, using connected descending eighth note figures to evoke flowing water and syncopated staccato rhythms to propel the music forward. A soaring, film inspired section creates the sensation of orbiting Mars, while the slower, weightless middle theme floats with rising lines and soft sustained tones. Optional saxophone, euphonium, and harp/synth parts accommodate combined ensembles, though the piece is fully effective with traditional full orchestra instrumentation. Directors who know the string orchestra version will find new colors and challenges here. |