Altitude – Clarinet Unaccompanied

Description

Altitude was inspired by the teachings and personality of clarinetist, Robert Spring. Altitude was commissioned by the students of Robert Spring in 2012 for his 25th Anniversary of teaching at Arizona State University.The piece is laid out in three continuous movements. The first movement, Updraft, is filled with rising gestures, which signifies striving toward a higher goal. The second movement, Summit, signifies the view from the top. The third movement, Sage, is reflective of the wisdom one gains from achieving a goal.