Typhon: The Father of All Monsters (String Orchestra Gr. 4)

Behold, one of Greek Mythology’s largest and intimidating monsters: Typhon. If aggressive brass fanfares and overwritten dynamics are one’s way to express horror, then consider this original composition by focused contrast. This piece is best tailored for an advanced string ensemble, equipped with experience performing varying styles. Each part is written with the chamber ensemble in mind; depending on stylistic maturity and uniform direction for this psychologically based selection.

Genre: String Orchestra | # of Players: 8-8-5-5-5
Series: Ruby Orchestra Series
Level: 4 | Duration: 3:30

Instrumentation
Violin I
Violin II
Viola
Cello
Contrabass

Program Notes
Behold, one of Greek Mythology’s largest and intimidating monsters: Typhon. If aggressive brass fanfares and overwritten dynamics are one’s way to express horror, then consider this original composition by focused contrast. Typhon flips the script of bombastic orchestration by using modern, yet subtle composition and nuance. The musical narrative may be less about the titular monster itself, possibly articulating the psychological response of mortals at the face of inevitable destruction. Violin ostinati represent the pulse of ubiquitous unease while appropriately saturated swells catch a glimpse of the titan from above. These devices are in conjunction with rich dynamic tension. This piece is best tailored for an advanced string ensemble, equipped with experience performing varying styles. Each part is written with the chamber ensemble in mind; depending on stylistic maturity and uniform direction for this psychologically based selection.