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THE FIRE OF THE LIVING GOD
​​​for orchestra
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​Finalist, 2013 American Prize (for band version)

A surround-sound, programmatic work based on I Kings 18.  25 minutes.

LARGE ORCHESTRA VERSION: 3333 - 4662 - timp+5 - pno - optional women's chorus - strings
STANDARD ORCH VERSION:     3232 - 4331 - timp+3 - pno - optional women's chorus - strings

"STANDING  OVATION"
"Jesse Ayers' FIRE OF THE LIVING GOD, a major change up from traditional fare with the almost other-worldly rhythms and tones had the desired effect on the audience: a standing ovation in the middle of the concert!"
     —Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra blog

Large orchestra version ​3333 - 4662 - timp+5

Standard orchestra version 3232 - 4331 - timp+3

Other movements
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Also available for band

Recording of 3rd movement

Related Compositions

Performed by:
Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra
Windiana Concert Band
University of Rhode Island Symph. Wind Ensemble
Concordia Wind Orchestra
Valparaiso University Chamber Concert Band
Heidelberg College Symphonic Band
Concordia University Chicago Wind Symphony
Virginia Intercollegiate Honors Band
University of Kentucky Wind Ensemble

Whistling tubes

This piece uses several extra "performers" surrounding the audience twirling whistling tubes.  These performers can be guests such as local students, board members, or dignitaries.

The tubes are available from toy stores and online retailers like Amazon.  A Google search for "whistling tubes" should locate them.