Tweeeeet(er) (2023) for violin and orchestra - Piyawat LOUILARPPRASERT

Piyawat LOUILARPPRASERT
Tweeeeet(er) (2023) for violin and orchestra
for Ariana Kim, violin, Peter Veale, conductor,
commissioned by Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music Youth Orchestra
0:12 I: Migration and Swarm
5:40 II: Serenity
10:20 III: Crunchy Wood
16:20 IV: Tweet-Tweet/Techno-Bird
Notes:
Dedicated to Ariana Kim, the violinist, Peter Veale, the conductor, and the Princess Galyani Vadhana Institute of Music Youth Orchestra. This piece explores various tweeting behaviors, including bird-like chirping, continuous sounds, high-pitched notes, and other avian sound characteristics. These sound behaviors have been transcribed into techniques for the violin and the entire orchestra. The composition consists of four parts:
I: Migration and Swarm
This section of the music focuses on creating a swarm-like sonic landscape, using trill sounds with changing intervals to depict the migration of birds. The violin and orchestra combine to capture this migratory journey.
II: Serenity
In this part, the composition explores serenity, evoking the ambiance of an imaginary natural setting, such as a forest or a tranquil place. The violin leads the sonic experience with melodic horizontal lines, gliding echoes, and gentle wind sounds.
III: Crunchy Wood
This section is characterized by percussive elements and envisions the sound of cracking wood made by animals. It incorporates the use of flexible plastic cards, wooden and metallic materials to create unique and intriguing sounds.
IV: Tweet-Tweet/Techno-Bird
The composition concludes with a lively and playful section, featuring techno-inspired rhythms and party-like music. The violin repeats techno-infused, high-pitched lines while the full orchestra contributes to the energetic chaos.