This piece honors Jorge, my friend of many years who died of COVID-19 back in 2021. We were high school classmates who shared a love of music. The title refers to the holy ghost, often depicted as a dove. One day we started referring to it as "La Paloma De Jesus" or "Jesus' Dove," and I found it fitting for this tribute. The piece is one short movement that conveys grief, memories, and gratitude. The French horn was Jorge's voice and passion. That voice is heard over a rocky and uneven accompaniment depicting a life not easily lived. It ends how Jorge lived, ever hopeful for what comes next with a peaceful resolution.
This piece honors Jorge, my friend of many years who died of COVID-19 back in 2021. We were high school classmates who shared a love of music. The title refers to the holy ghost, often depicted as a dove. One day we started referring to it as "La Paloma De Jesus" or "Jesus' Dove," and I found it fitting for this tribute. The piece is one short movement that conveys grief, memories, and gratitude. The French horn was Jorge's voice and passion. That voice is heard over a rocky and uneven accompaniment depicting a life not easily lived. It ends how Jorge lived, ever hopeful for what comes next with a peaceful resolution.
