Overture

David Currie & Robert Rival discuss Overture
at a rehearsal. (photo by Peter Lindell)

Also arranged for piano.

Audio Samples (mp3)

Program Notes

Overture is a snapshot of life—now strident, now cheerful, now bright and energetic, now dark and powerful, now playful and witty, now triumphant. In four short minutes Overture takes the listener from a biting opening through a whirlwind of change to a triumphant close: an Allegro con spirito through and through.

Performances

• Jan 24, 2005—Ottawa Symphony Orchestra, cond. David Currie
  National Arts Centre
• Jul 13, 2002—National Academy Orchestra, cond. Boris Brott
  Hamilton, Ontario
• May 22, 2000—Ottawa Symphony Orchestra, cond. D.Currie
  National Gallery of Canada
• Mar 13, 2000—Ottawa Symphony Orchestra, cond. D.Currie
  National Arts Centre
• Feb 20, 2000—Ottawa Youth Orchestra, cond. J.Gomez
• Nov 1997—University of Ottawa Orchestra, cond. D.Currie

Reviews

"Reminiscent of the outer movements of Shostakovich's 'jolly' symphony, the ninth ... [Overture] is solid, engaging and a good listen." — Ottawa Citizen

"A brisk and bounding overture." — Toronto Star

"pleasant curtain-raiser" — Ottawa Citizen

Score Perusal & Parts Rental

For score perusal and parts rental information, contact Robert Rival.