A Golden Keep

A Golden Keep was written in the Summer of 2023 through collaboration with the incredible bassoonist, Lauren Henning. Together, we created the concept for a work which would present a set of miniatures–each one following a different character that could be found in the keep of a castle. The first miniature introduces “The Monarchs”, boisterously kicking off an evening of festivities, and becoming progressively drunk on wine or power, or maybe both. Next, “The Jester” provides a comical satire of the chaotic situation, wowing a captive audience with daring acrobatics. “The Sorcerer” introduces a more devious character, casting spells of illusion to entice outsiders with prestige, bathing the keep in a wash of glittering gold. “The Princess” follows a character that feels rather trapped by it all, singing a song of longing and ambition. The work ends on a hopeful note with the introduction of “The Fairy Godmother” to help transform those longing wishes into reality.

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