Triumph of the Heart

In addition to containing classical elements, the overall style of Triumph of the Heart was heavily influenced by the pop ballads of the rock band Chicago.

Program Notes

In addition to containing classical elements, the overall style of this composition was heavily influenced by the pop ballads of the rock band Chicago. I would like to thank Chicago for inspiring me as a listener, musician, and composer, and to congratulate them on their 40th anniversary.

I would like to dedicate Triumph of the Heart to my parents, Franklin and Virginia Adams, for all of the love and support they have given me throughout my life.

- Franklin D. Adams

Grade Level: 2
Copyright: 2007
Number of Players: Standard
Duration: 3:00

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Instrumentation

Flute
Oboe
Bassoon
Clarinet in Bb 1
Clarinet in Bb 2
Bass Clarinet
Alto Saxophone 1
Alto Saxophone 2
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone

Trumpet in Bb 1
Trumpet in Bb 2
Horn in F 1/2
Trombone
Baritone B.C. (Optional Trombone 2)
(Baritone T.C.)
Tuba

Timpani
Bells
Percussion 1(Wind Chimes, Snare Drum, Suspended Cymbal, Bass Drum [or Drum Set])
Percussion 2 (Finger Cymbals, Triangle, Crash Cymbals)

Piano