(2020, Full Orchestra Version 2023)
Instr:
3.3.3.3.- 4.3.3.1- Timp.- 3 Perc.- Hp.- Pno./Celesta- Strings (14.12.10.8.6) – and solo violoncello
Duration:
25.00' minutes
Commission:
Orquestra Sinfônica do Estado de São Paulo (OSESP) and Gulbenkian Música/Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation
Premiere:
Calouste Gulbenkian Orchestra/European Premiere and Orquestra Sinfônica do Estado de São Paulo (OSESP)/South American Premiere on October 12, 2023
Reverdecer is dedicated to the memory of my parents and also to Jay Campell with friendship
As a foundation for this orchestral composition, I chose the word “reverdecer”. I was struck, as this particular word can be used as a reference to the future – as in to grow and renew – but also to the past – as in recalling memories.