Davern, Shawn - Make the Moment

The composition is reminiscent of an epic fanfare, shortly followed by a gallant then nostalgic theme. The piece begins with a bright fanfare. As more trombones are added to the texture, the tempo slows down and the fanfare takes on a more grandiose mood. With an immediate transition and tempo increase, the heroic main theme is stated. The energetic melody quickly becomes more sentimental, accompanied by lush chords and a much more dense orchestration. A modulation to Bb major and a gradual dynamic shift downward creates an indication of a pseudo ending. From silence, a lone trombone proclaims the composition’s continuation, followed by a powerful transition back into F major. A recapitulation of the original fanfare intensely sounds again, bringing Make the Moment to and exciting conclusion. Shawn Davern