Fanfares and Toccatas on ‘Engelberg’

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