We Ride

“We Ride” was borne of the simple motif that opens the first two measures of the piano part. This motif grabs the listener and embarks upon a journey that continues through all three movements of the work: “We Ride,” “Repose,” and “Race.” The names of each movement are left purposefully vague, and these programs notes as well are meant to not tell you, the listener, what kind of “Ride” you’re going on. The intent of the composer is that you sit back and let your imagination go on the journey and conjure the mental images suggested by the music and nudged along by the titles of each movement. I. We Ride In the opening movement of the work, the listener embarks upon a journey. The piano twists and turns as the ride begins. As the strings enter, the feelings of excitement, energy, and speed build and take the listener on the ride of a lifetime. II. Repose Through the course of any journey, a break is needed. In the middle movement, the driving rhythms and constantly evolving harmony