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In my upcoming concerto I have tried to continue along the lines which
to me as a composer feel natural. A certain kind of “fragmentation” and vertical
cuts in relation to repeated themes has always been prominent in my music.
I visualise music (especially classical music) as images or as stage music for
an imaginary play. Stravinsky has always been a great source of inspiration to
me, and he has been that also during the composition of this piece. On the other
hand, I have not wanted to deny my musical background in jazz this time either
– something that, whether I want it to or not, undoubtedly still shines through.
Although I usually don’t seek to define anything with my music, the title of the
piece, GREEN refers to environmental protection and to values that I myself want
to stand for. However, I will not let the piano soloist Pauli Kari – whose superb
skills I have already come to know – off easily in this piece. So while the carbon
print might not be discernible, I think the sweat stains probably will.
I hope you will enjoy what you hear.
In Turku, February 10th, 2011
– Severi Pyysalo