Winter Wind is a piano composition that captures the briskness, strong gusts, and periods of general ferosity that the winter weather can bring. I live high in the mountains and the wind is often more fierce than the temperatures or snow. In some passages I feel the plodding of a traveler trying to make forward progress in a strong headwind. And in others the wind is at your back.
The key center is Gm, with a definite modal feel. I particularly like the contrast of the triplets that are interrupted by quarter notes and the bone rumbling tones of the lower bass notes. This might be a great filler piece, creating contrast for a longer set list. Or, perhaps it could have a place in your fall or winter repertoire.
You can access the full score here.
You will note that this is an original composition, begun in 2023. I’ve worked at it on and off since then, alternating with other pieces of music, and changing a note or two here and there. Although I’ve played piano since I was about 5, I find piano composition much more difficult than I would have expected. Finally I am satisfied with this one. Is it perfect? No, but it does capture the essence of what I had wanted to put on the paper.
I hope you enjoy it.
