Sevens

Best described as a jazz-flavored “barnburner” for wind symphony, Sam Hazo's exciting work pays homage to the innovative concepts ofGeorge Gerswhin and an appreciation for modern day jazz composer Gordon Goodwin. “Sevens” refers to the common jazz chord of the 7t h as well as number of notes in the phrase, time signatures, etc. Strangely enough, both Gershwin and Goodwin share the same initials (G.G.), have 7 letters in their names, and the letter “G” is the 7th letter of the alphabet! Let it rip. (3:50)