The Stars in Secret.

2025. 8’

Two flutes, two oboes, two clarinets, 2 bassoons, 2 French horns, 2 trumpets in C, to trombones, 1 tuba, 2 percussion, harp, piano / celeste, and strings.

An hommage to Kaija Saariaho, influenced by her orchestral work Ciel d’hiver. The title takes its name from Shakespeare’s 15th sonnet.

Dark storm clouds with sunlight breaking through setting tone and offering inspiration for John Aylward's musical soundscapes.
Dark storm clouds with sunlight breaking through setting tone and offering inspiration for John Aylward's musical soundscapes.