Frantic (Stephen Chin) for String Orchestra

Desperate….agitated…..wild…..anxious…frenzied…..it’s FRANTIC!  This edgy work really packs a punch as it conjures up all sorts of emotions associated with flight and fright. The dark tones of G minor in conjunction with relentless quavers, create a particularly menacing mood.  A noble theme in the cellos is introduced but later gives way to the hammering quaver textures.  Players will enjoy the drive yet highly expressive qualities of the music. Grade 3.