Title of piece: Horizons
Date of composition: 1999
Date of performance/recording: 2025
Composer: Tania León
Performer/Instruments: North German Radio Symphony, conducted by Peter Ruzicka
Form: free form based on evolving melodic ideas Rhythm: lively tempo using complex repeating rhythm patterns as basis for melodic overlay; juxtaposition of different tempos between piano “claves” and orchestra

What to Listen for:

  • Use of harp to evoke Latin American tradition of harp playing
  • Complex rhythms in the piano imitating claves; these rhythms often move at a different tempo from the orchestra, suggesting African polymeters
  • Brilliant palette of orchestral colors
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