Jan de Haan: The Secret of Mercury

This work was commissioned by the Da Capo Leeuwarden wind orchestra, known until 1995 as the Leeuwarder PTT-Harmonie. Mercury, of course, was the messenger of the gods – a kind of postman, so to speak. However, in writing this four-movement continuous work, the composer chose the planet Mercury, rather than the god, as his inspiration. He created a versatile work that evokes this mysterious celestial body, but also touches upon the space missions to it. This interesting theme guarantees a composition that captivates from beginning to end.

Merk	De Haske Publications
Serie	Concert and Contest Collection CBHA
Instrument	Harmony