Description

Total Eclipse was inspired by the total solar eclipse of August 21, 2017, which I experienced in the United States. The piece also reflects humanity’s changing relationship with the unknown. In earlier times, an eclipse could bring fear and confusion. Today, the same event is predicted, studied, photographed, and shared with wonder. Its story follows a boy and his father joining a gathered crowd as the final seconds are counted, daylight fades, and the moon covers the sun. What was once mystery becomes awe through knowledge.


🎶 Musical Character

Ancient fear transformed into wonder and stillness.

Special Feature
Includes an original comic (commissioned) that contrasts ancient reactions to an eclipse with a modern family witnessing the same event through science and discovery.

Total Eclipse

César Avilés

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Overview

  • Level: Grade 3 (Intermediate Strings)

  • Duration: ~4:30 minutes

  • Keys: D Minor / D Major

  • Tempo: ♩ = 140

  • Meters: 4/4, 3/4

  • Instrumentation: Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Double Bass

  • Format: Digital PDF Download

Instrumentation:
Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Double Bass

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📦 Digital PDF Includes:

Full Score
Violin I
Violin II
Viola
Cello
Double Bass

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