Nymphs (2013-14)
30′
scoring: 2.2.2.2.,2.2.1., 2 percussion, celesta, harp, strings
Commissioned by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra
World Premiere
May 2, 2014, Alabama Symphony Orchestra
“…it draws listeners immediately into Lash’s sound world, a trumpet and violin soloing above an effervescent texture of harp, celesta, and light pitched percussion.”
“Lash has a keen sense for orchestration, which came across with suggestions of random flight and peaceful outdoor settings, beautifully woven into string and brass sectional passages. More than once, the work brought to mind the vaporous ambiance and fluid tonality of the Impressionists. Take Debussy (“Nocturnes,” “Images” come to mind), advance one century and superimpose Lash’s postmodern language and unique gift for color combinations. Of the many excellence ASO commissions in recent years, this is likely to have the most staying power.. ”