Blue Soul by Michael Burritt

Blue Soul by Michael Burritt
Blue Soul (2022) is the most recent work in my series of “blue” pieces. It was commissioned by Edition Svitzer in collaboration with Daniel Berg, The Royal College of Music in Stockholm, Sweden and the Academy of Music and Drama in Gothenburg, Sweden. The Quintet features 2 vibraphones and 2 marimbas with rhythmic and timbrel reinforcement in the 5th part, primarily comprised of skinned membranes and wooden sounds. The coda introduces the harmonica to the sound world with the intent of creating a warm and "folky" conclusion.
When I think of a Blue Soul, I don’t think of sadness, as might be associated with such a title. It’s more of a reflective and present soul, appreciative and fully immersed in the world and people in their lives. Blue is my favorite color and one that reminds me of hope and good things. Blue Soul is in memory of Dex, my dog and best buddy. I’ll miss you on my walks, but I’ll never forget you pal.
MJB Eastman Percussion Ensemble
Kana Funayama - marimba and percussion
David Wang - marimba and percussion
Anders Wong - vibraphone and percussion
Sean McWilliams - vibraphone and percussion
Remy Thomas - percussion and harmonica
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[@danieldavis2049]

this is my favorite piece that you've written, i hope to play this someday🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@brendenwilliams6000]

The harmonica blends so well with the other timbres in the piece! Unexpected but masterfully integrated 👌🏼

[@kanafunayama]

Beautiful piece, people, and memory!❤️

[@shadowchasers62]

Couldn't have dome this without you Kana! Thanks for your beautiful performance!!!

[@Emileave]

getting recommended smaller channels is a blessing. Especially when they have so much to say

[@WillCollins]

really awesome piece! love me some good splits
did a double-take when I realized Anders was on vibraphone lol

[@colinevans7796]

The way they all released together at 4:45 was NICE. Had my stank face on fr

[@SteveWeissMusic]

Sounding incredible - great work Michael and ESM Percussion!

[@theorbetter]

Incredible. Remy sounded amazing on that harmonica at the end!!!!

[@aidenhughes8164]

Breathtaking piece and awe-inspiring performance. Incredible.

[@zachpercussion]

I love how smooth the dynamic changes are! The performers did a great job executing this piece together.

[@lorenzomanquillet9552]

Kana, super energic as always 😁

[@hittinstuff]

The mood shift transitions throughout are SO nice! 🤌
Bravo to you and the players!!

[@MyAnte007]

Beautiful music as always and what a great ensemble!! Thanks!!!

[@Chief88]

that ending though👀

[@SwedenMarimba]

Thanks Michael for a fantastic piece, already a classical in the repertoire for percussion ensemble!
Also a great performance
Congratulations from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@shadowchasers62]

Many thanks!

[@jenniferarres]

Beautiful!! ❤

[@Johanvibes]

Beautiful piece and performance !!!!

[@sauteedpotato]

wowie