The works of American Painter, Jerry Malzahn, influenced many movements of the symphony, which is the first in a series composed by Charles Denler.
Performer Biography
The Colorado Symphony, the region's only full-time professional orchestra, was established in 1989 as the successor to the Denver Symphony.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The lyrics sung in Latin throughout the symphony, 'A Sole Calefiere, Vivet I Alium Diem', translate to 'To Feel The Warmth of the Sun, I Will Live Another Day', reflecting a theme of hope.
Compositional Technique
Despite being divided into shorter movements, the symphony is composed in a traditional manner with theme and variation woven throughout.
Composer Biography
Charles Denler, the composer and pianist, is a multiple Emmy Award-winner with nearly 2000 concerts and 200 film and television scores to his credit.
Composition History
Charles Denler's "PORTRAITS OF COLORADO, An American Symphony No. 1" was inspired by a sunrise over the valley behind his Colorado home.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The symphony is written in ten shorter movements to suit contemporary audiences who are accustomed to playlists of shorter music pieces.
