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Wayfarer was commissioned by the American Composers Orchestra (ACO) after I received the Audience Commission Award at the 2018 ACO Underwood Readings in New York. The excitement at the prospect of this orchestral commission was tempered by the global pandemic, which delayed the project for a few years.
During that wait, I composed and premiered other works, including orchestral pieces, each shaped by new perspectives and my evolving creative process. Over time, I came to realize that, for me, composing feels less like creating something from nothing and more like uncovering something that already exists, waiting to be revealed.
The title, Wayfarer, reflects this idea -– a journey of discovery, both personal and artistic. The orchestra’s vast palette of timbres and expressive possibilities sharpens this sense of exploration: challenging passages with intense excitement give way to unexpected moments of calm and contemplation. At its core, Wayfarer is a musical reflection on the inner journey—a meditation on navigating life’s unfolding experiences and the discoveries they bring.
Tomàs Peire Serrate
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