Story Behind The Song
A composition based on the poem "Old Ironsides" by Oliver Wendell Holmes. For a small orchestra.
Song Description
Instrumentation: Piccolo Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Trumpet, Timpani, Cymbals, Violin I, Violin II, Viola. Violoncello, Double Bass.
Key of A Major - 109ms.
Tempo - Moderato
Although the challenge was to compose a solo double bass musical work, I had a difficult time limiting myself to a solo for this instrument, I chose to use a small orchestra to demonstrate my feelings inspired through a reading of a poem by Oliver Wendell Holmes.
Song Length |
5:34 |
Genre |
Classical - General |
Lyrics
Instrumental