viva valesiae euphonium & piano (PDF) The lyrics were written by

The lyrics were written by the Russian

but the piece was actually simultaneously realized by the composer himself for either violin or cello

Through a series of contrasting variations

It is part of his song cycle Chansons grises

this is the first movement only

viva valesiae euphonium & piano (PDF) The lyrics were written byViva Valesiae! was composed for the 2019 Valais Cantonal Music Festival in Naters, Switzerland, to accompany the celebrations. The work can be seen as a musical tribute to the cultural diversity and, in particular, to the great musical creativity of the Canton of Valais. The piece is carried by a solemn hymn, which alternates with a folkloristic dance. The brilliant final fanfare is characterized by optimism and cheerfulness Viva Valesiae!