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Katherine Balch

Musica Spolia

Subtitleversion for flute, viola, and piano
Year(s) composed2021
PublisherSchott Music
Duration6'
PremiereApril 14, 2022 · New York, The Morgan Library (USA); Young Concert Artists
CommissionCo-commissioned by L'Instant Donné and Young Concert Artists, Inc.
Composer note

The city of Rome is overgrown with spolia, like the campanula and ivy that spill out of the walls, statues and ornate treasures decorate the ancient monuments haphazardly, sometimes frantically. These found, recycled, or stolen materials and their misplaced, agitated energy find their way into this short piece.

– Katherine Balch

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