“Toccata for Piano and Five Cellos” is a tribute to the ocean. The composition, divided into three movements, employs strong rhythmic conversation and counterpoints between the piano and five cello parts all performed by Danna Xue. The ocean character is drawn to life through a unique combination of polyrhythms, energy from arpeggios, crossovers, and shifts; which parallel the versatile and unpredictable nature of water. Designed to embody the spectrum of personalities an ocean can exhibit, the music is sometimes powerful, and sometimes contemplative.
Performers:
Daniel Ho, Pianist
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Danna Xue, Cellist
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Production Team:
David Ho: Director/Producer
Marty James: Director/Cinematograher
Lydia Miyashiro: Producer
Tobey Ho: Production Assistant
Shannon Xue: Choreographer
Special thanks to YAMAHA Pianos for providing the C7 Grand Piano and soundstage for this filming.
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