Flagello, Gala - Embers

Written for Tuba and Piano

Includes Score and Part

Embers (2025) uses the glowing, smoldering imagery of a fading fire to sonically explore hope after loss, moving through grief, and the importance of small moments of joy and delight. The piece traces a wistful glimmer, a brilliant blaze, and an inquisitive spark through morphing textures and tempi, gesturing to a non-linear journey through the stages of grief and the ultimate peace and gratitude one might seek. Many thanks to Jarrett McCourt for his generosity, guidance, and tireless support of new music.