Freedom Uncanny (2023)

  • 7 minutes | for chamber orchestra (111,111, timp, perc, string quintet)
  • Commissioned by the Cascade Composers Workshop

Composer's Note

Written for the Cascade Composer's Sinfonietta, FREEDOM UNCANNY is inspired by the devastation of culture and hope in Iran, my country of origin. The melodic theme represents hope and a new beginning while the rhythmic section along with the shot chords represents a genocidal march and death.
— Danial Sheibani

Performances

Premiere - July 1st, 2023
The Cascade Composers Sinfonietta,
Jonathan Spatola-Knoll, conductor
Lagerquist Hall, Tacoma, WA

Canadian Premiere - December 8th, 2023
The Blank Canvas Sound Collective
Danial Sheibani, conductor
Church of the Redeemer Anglican Church, Toronto

Awards

  • SOCAN 2023 Young Composer Awards: Large Ensemble Category
  • NYO Emerging Composer Mentorship Program