CIOCOBONGO
“Ciocobongo” is a piece for wind ensemble in three movements, inspired by Africa. From the tribal night dance of the first movement, it moves to a forest dawn with delicate sounds, then to a run through the savannah, with lively rhythms and vivid sound imagery. The work blends musical description and narrative suggestion.
Description
“Ciocobongo” is a composition for wind ensemble in three movements, originally conceived for a youth band, but later developed into a more complex and mature work.
The piece has a descriptive character and draws inspiration from the sounds, rhythms, and atmospheres of Africa, evoking an imaginary journey through its wild nature.
1st Movement – The Ritual
A powerful opening with African polyrhythms immerses the listener in a nocturnal tribal ritual. The dance grows in intensity until it becomes hypnotic and transcendent.
2nd Movement – Dawn in the Forest
After the night, dawn slowly reveals the forest. Delicate, natural sounds portray the awakening of life, in a crescendo of color and sonic detail.
3rd Movement – The Run in the Savannah
The scene shifts to the savannah, where the music becomes lively and dynamic. Animal chases, rhythmic interplay, and timbral contrasts celebrate the energy and beauty of African nature.
The piece has a descriptive character and draws inspiration from the sounds, rhythms, and atmospheres of Africa, evoking an imaginary journey through its wild nature.
1st Movement – The Ritual
A powerful opening with African polyrhythms immerses the listener in a nocturnal tribal ritual. The dance grows in intensity until it becomes hypnotic and transcendent.
2nd Movement – Dawn in the Forest
After the night, dawn slowly reveals the forest. Delicate, natural sounds portray the awakening of life, in a crescendo of color and sonic detail.
3rd Movement – The Run in the Savannah
The scene shifts to the savannah, where the music becomes lively and dynamic. Animal chases, rhythmic interplay, and timbral contrasts celebrate the energy and beauty of African nature.
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