Andrew Downes - The God Marduk

The God Marduk

Instrumentation

violin and piano

Other Information

Composed for the Russian violinist, Alla Sharova, for her concerts with pianist, Gillian Mayer, as a result of their performances of the Sonata for Violin and Piano  and the Piano Quartet

Their first performance took place at the Voices Chamber Ensemble concert at St. John´s Church, Fulham, London on 18th September 1999.

Also performed by the composer´s daughters, Anna and Paula at several venues in Worcestershire and the West Midlands
The God Marduk was the ancient Babylonian God. The music sums up the awe inspiring aspect of an ancient mythical God and also the playful nature he was said to have.