spero by Michael Burritt

spero by Michael Burritt - performed by the Eastman Percussion Ensemble
Andrew Bockman
Emma Gierszal
Micah Harrow
Justin Lamb
Michael Burritt - soloist
Produced by Connor Stevens and Chris Amick
spero means hope in latin and comes from the phrase, “dum spiro, spero” - when I breathe, I hope. During my travels this past summer while writing this piece I kept reflecting on the need for hope. It also struck me that when I do think of hope, I think about my students and young people everywhere who are the hope for the future of music and so much more.
I have wanted for some time to write a piece for solo drum and chamber ensemble. spero features muted tenor drum and snare drum in addition to cajon. The work is a nod to one of my favorite pieces in the repertoire, Mudra, by Eastman graduate and percussion legend Bob Becker.
spero is dedicated to Liz and Stephen Biggar for their kindness and enthusiasm for the arts.
MJB

[@TonyMiceli]

Wow! that's pretty amazing!!!!!!

[@mackwiseman7274]

Man. Every time I come back I hear something new and it is mind blowing! The writing is so intricate but so tasteful. Incredible work, MJB. This inspires me to practice every time without fail! Not to mention, I can feel the emotion in the story you are telling. It really brings me hope! I also get way too pumped at the end, haha!

[@shadowchasers62]

Thanks so much Mack! Glad you’re digging it. It was a blast to record. Hope you’re well.

[@episnod]

great composition, stunning playing! so many memories of the space.

[@shadowchasers62]

Don great to hear from you! Thanks for listening man. Hope you’re well

[@episnod]

@@shadowchasers62 Same here, we should catch up properly soon, will send you an email.

[@DennisJohnsonDrummer]

All this while wearing a sport coat. 😄🥁🥁🥁🥁

[@sergeigolovko]

Michael, Brother, this is fantastic piece and amazing performance! Eastman rocks!!!! Bravo!

[@Taaa1216]

7:45 182

[@JarrydEliasMusic]

YES!! Incredible work as always, MJB!!

[@shadowchasers62]

Jarryd Elias thanks pal!

[@TomFordPercussion]

The new Burritt version of "Mudra"! And do I hear some "Rounders" in there too? Congratulations! Really enjoyed it!

[@benwilcox1192]

0:53 reminds me of Catching Shadows by Ivan Trevino

[@dylanmoffitt7098]

I Love Mudra and I now love this piece. Thus you for this fantastic piece and for the fantastic playing! I hope to perform this one day👍

[@SticksAndStonePercussion]

Great tune. And that's totally the cajon to own...

[@PaulNijsPercussionist]

Killer piece! 6:20 love that marimba part, should be used in a marimba solo!

[@FremontVideos]

his CD perpetual is something ethereal. that was back in 1999. since then I lost everything, and that's the CD I loved the most

[@Johanvibes]

Wow !! Great composition and performance !!!!

[@shadowchasers62]

Thanks Johan!

[@s3blastois3]

wow

[@ninopercussionarts6011]

Amazing!!

[@shadowchasers62]

Thanks Nino! So glad you enjoyed it

[@jordandomangue1769]

Fantastic piece! I really enjoy your work! I was wondering if there was a way to purchase this piece? I am preparing for my senior recital in the fall and would love this piece to be on it!

[@shadowchasers62]

Jordan send me an email

[@maxencedetraz4351]

It's so littt what a good piece !

[@shadowchasers62]

So happy that you enjoyed it!

[@Carlos-fz7mf]

Where is this piece available?

[@shadowchasers62]

Send me an email.

[@ethanbroussard2688]

This is an amazing piece. Was part of it inspired by Catching Shadows, in some parts at the start I can hear some of Catching Shadows

[@pilotof787]

Wow! Incredible piece and performance. Homage to Mudra around 8:25?

[@GurnKiller]

Yes, from the description above: The work is a nod to one of my favorite pieces in the repertoire, Mudra, by Eastman graduate and percussion legend Bob Becker.

[@pilotof787]

GurnKiller oh awesome! Thanks, I didn’t look at the description before... really awesome music.

[@shadowchasers62]

Thanks Devin! Definitely Mudra inspired in parts

[@FremontVideos]

I recognize those drumsticks🥑 AJC. SJSU. SJ,CA SPARTANS I THINK THIS PIECE FOR ME IS TIED WITH PERPETUAL. 🎭🍸