McMichael, Aaron: The Winter Storm

The storms of winter can be dangerous and beautiful at the same time. This composition starts off fast, dark, and furious. It moves into a lighter side during the middle section before ending as it started. Paying close attention to all articulations and dynamics throughout the piece while maintaining the balance between winds and percussion will develop many essential musical skills. With interesting melodies, subtle dissonance, and multiple percussion parts, this journey through the winter storm will be exciting and memorable.