The discovery of a correlation between sound and space and the
order of the cosmos has lead to endeavors in defining the
universe through music. HARMONY OF THE SPHERES (63'30")
is Dutch composer Joep Franssens' attempt at connecting the
scientific with the spiritual. Franssens explores chromatic space
and the spiritual imagination through this luminal and enigmatic
composition for choir. A sound mysteriously multiplied, this
composition is enduring and endearing in its scale and
consistency. The human voices bestow upon this work, meant
as an expression of the divine presence in the world, a universal
resonance. In motion and stasis the choral textures create a
sublime and ethereal space. HARMONY OF THE SPHERES is
divided into five movements. At the opening, the mood
progresses from somber to intense. The center section is the
most potent, as sustaining orchestral elements are added in.
Along with being venerable and comforting this music is also
beautiful and celebratory. As the works resolves into harmonious
calm, our space-time odyssey draws to a close. The realizations
of a timeless, creative power cannot be defined or determined
purely by intellectual means. Through this music's transcendent
promise we hope to approach an expression of the inner
workings of the universe.

Tune in this weekend to STAR'S END for HARMONY OF THE
SPHERES by Joep Franssens

For more on Joep Franssens, access:
http://www.joepfranssens.com

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