“Transcending the Darkness” is a 3-movement piece for Piano, Violin, Cello and Tabla inspired by the painting attached (artist Paresh Athparia). It was written during the covid pandemic and expresses how humanity struggled with difficulty to pull itself out of darkness towards the light and towards hope. I conceived of it as a cycle, but each movement could stand on its own.

The tabla evokes the heartbeats of humanity and involves some written-out rhythms as well as improvisation. Although the length of improvisation is measured, it can be extended if the tabla player wishes. Although tabla is the preferred percussion instrument, it could be substituted by dhumbek (or bongos).

Duration

1: Searching (6 min.+)
2: Buried (3 min)
3: Pulsing (4’30”)