Description
- a grand improvisation on the famous Stanford hymn tune
- Composed for the 2011 Region III AGO
- starts with rapid gestures in the hands, outlining the tune with fanfare rhythms
- the tune is developed in flowing notes juxtaposed with the fanfare motives
- After a short pedal cadenza, the piece ends in the spirit of the opening
- Could be used as a voluntary or an introduction to the hymn on a festive occasion
