This intermediate band work shares its title with a painting by Frederic Edwin Church of surpassing magnificence and brilliance. Church lived around the time of the Civil War and became known particularly for his striking portrayals of sunsets in the American landscape. The form consists of two main sections connected by an interlude providing both a macro and micro soundscape which reflects and celebrates Church's masterful canvas. Recorded birdsong accompaniment is available from the publisher for this work. Track 1 includes birdsong to be used at the beginning of the piece track 2 includes 15 seconds of silence and track 3 includes birdsong to be started atmeasure 72. The birdsong was recorded during many various wilderness walks mixed with special panning effects and produced with audio levels in mind. This means the birdsong will not require the use of outside volume adjustment during the performance. Grade 3. Duration ca. 9'.
