On January 18, 2007 , Europe was warned of a once-in-a-century event —and the storm hit with full force. Hurricane Kyrill swept across large parts of the continent with destructive power, claiming numerous lives , leaving others injured , and causing enormous damage .

The force and unpredictability of the natural events also left a lasting impression on Otto M. Schwarz . He processed the events in a haunting work for fanfare band that retraces the course of the storm in dramatic soundscapes .

From the first approach of the weather front through the increasing threat to the climax of the hurricane, a musical narrative of great power unfolds, with moments of silence that recall the subsequent shock.

A work that makes the power of nature and human powerlessness impressively audible.

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Title: KYRILL - Fanfare Band

Cast: fanfare band

Composer: Otto M. Schwarz

Arranger: Otto M. Schwarz

Work type: concert piece

Level: 3

Duration: 9:56 min

ISMN: 9790502950989

Manufacturer No.: SDP079-21-102