BBCNOW/Paterson/Wills review from Joyce's muse to Point Reyes's whirling birds
Briefly

Simon Wills' new concertante ballet, "Nora Barnacle Assumes Command," features the solo trombone abstractly representing Joyce’s relationship with Nora Barnacle, evoking emotional and lyrical quality.
The work's balletic nature carries a sense of melancholy, resonating with the legacy of Lucia Joyce, who faced a tragic turn despite her early promise as a dancer.
Gabriella Smith's "Tumblebird Contrails –" inspired by the Pacific coast – showcases dynamic soundscapes reflecting her environmental commitment, particularly poignant amidst recent climate concerns.
Paterson's conduction of Charles Ives's First Symphony emphasizes a youthful struggle against academic constraints while capturing the essence of its late Romantic influences.
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