Alfred Publishing Ignition - Stalter - Concert Band - Gr. 4

Composer: Todd Stalter
Format: Score and Parts
Instrumentation: Concert Band
Level: 4 (Medium Advanced)

"Ignition" is a blindingly fast, raucously energetic concert opener that derives its title from the consecutive rising three-note cells that are the building blocks for almost the entire work. However, the energy unleashed in the music and the imagery of the title serve both as a metaphor for the "spark" of creativity, and as a "celebration in sound" for those who find and follow their own true lifes passion and pass it along to others, "igniting" the flame for another generation.

It was written for the Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony and their conductor, Scott Stewart, who have been steadfast supporters of Todd Stalters compositions, as a musical "Thank you!" from a grateful composer.