Tension

Tension is a thematic work for brass band, commissioned by Eikanger-Bjørsvik Musikklag for their Summer Band Camp (called Feriespel) in 2014. The theme is moved around in various groups in the band, surrounded by different rhythms, time signatures and cluster chords.

The title describes the tonality and character of the piece, but can also illustrate a young musician or audience meeting of tight cluster tonality.