Chamber Winds feature French Romantics concert
By Adrian Kendrick | Editor-in-Chief
Who says rain clouds can’t be chased away by the beautiful melodies played by gifted musicians?
Well, not literally, but that’s what it felt like Sept. 24. It was a rainy day, but I was able to escape for a moment into the Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center to listen to the sounds of the Indianapolis Chamber of Winds performing French Romantics.
The flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon and the horn were the instruments of use that night. However, the woodwind and brass instruments were able to blend together on different occasions flawlessly, as if they were all one instrument.
The first selection was the “Petite Symphon.” The majority of the piece showcased all the instruments, but the flute played a major role in the musical selection. It was interesting to observe that the smallest instrument made a profound impact over all the other grand instruments.
Another choice of melody orchestrated was the “Chanson et Danses.” The selection began in a scurry, as if the musicians were rushing to play the next note before a fellow musician could reach their subsequent note. However, right when the piece would reach the climax, the direction the music was going to take could almost be anticipated. Then the instruments settled down and the atmosphere turned serene.
Listening, one could forget about all the cares of life and realize how much beauty surrounds us every day.
The title of the final piece was the “Jeux D’ Enfants.” I discovered later that the selections, or movements, were inspired by scenes from childhood and was amused. I had quickly jotted down during the performance that the piece reminded me of my childhood and how it goes by quickly.
The movements were indeed expeditious, like youth, and prompted reminiscing and wondering of ‘where did the years go?’
Darin Sorley directed the performance and did a magnificent job. Without his direction, the musicians might not have performed to their fullest potential.
Although the dreary atmosphere lurked outside, it was nice to encounter the sweet orchestral music encompassing the performance hall.
