Pulsing Onward-James David (Score Follower)

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In three short, connected movements, Pulsing Onward: A California Pastorale draws from iconic locations within the state as well as contrapuntal techniques from the 18th and 20th centuries. “Pacific Coast Canons” represents the famous Pacific Coast Highway near Big Sur and uses techniques drawn from adoptive Californians John Adams and Arnold Schoenberg. A sleek machine rounds the blind corners as the Pacific Ocean glitters in the distance and the road stretches ever onwards. Coming to an abrupt halt, we hear the redwood forest calm of a “Sierra Sarabande.” This lyrical dance form with a repeating minor progression slowly builds to give way to a spectacular mountain view of the High Sierras in the distance. Finally, we come to the “Golden Gate Toccata,” a technical tour de force as we cross from the tranquil Sonoma Valley to the pulsing heart of San Francisco. The counterpoint of Bartók and Stravinsky brings an angular and forceful energy to the earlier Sarabande. The work concludes with the seemingly limitless energy and optimism that are so apparent whenever experiencing the beauty of California. This work was commissioned for Dr. Gary P. Gilroy, director of bands and professor of music, Fresno State University, on the occasion of his retirement by a consortium of his friends, colleagues, and former students.