Big Mad (2023)

difficulty: medium-easy

duration: ca. 2’

instrumentation: concert band

Big Mad was commissioned by Jennifer Theisen and the Colmer Middle School Band in Pascagoula, Mississippi. The piece is a short, fanfare-like selection for wind band that can be used as a concert opener or closer. The piece is 2.5, and thus easily accessible to a variety of ensembles.

Completed in 2023, Big Mad tells the story of Dominique, a fictional teen overcoming his struggles with anger. Big Mad sonically travels through genres and regions of the African diaspora, mixing in the sound of spirituals and Southern Hip-Hop vibes.

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Program Note: If you are interested in programming the I am Enough Triptych, consider combining Big Mad with I am Enough.