Splinter (2018)
for orchestra (2.2.2.2 4.2.3.1, tmp, 1 perc, hp, strings)
Duration: 8’
Commissioned by the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Elena Schwarz
Program note
In this context, the word ‘Splinter’ means to break into small, sharp fragments, and refers to the way in which the piece is structured as a type of mosaic or stylistic patchwork. Many sections of the piece feature instrument sounds breaking or distorting in some way – whether this be in the extremes of register, wild glissandos, or crunchy chords. The other meaning of ‘splinter’ is as a foreign object within the body. This acts as a metaphor for my experimentation with some lighter, delicate moments, which are not always part of my musical soundworld.
Archival recording available at request
