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The structural ideas of the poem were as important as the wintry imagery. Before I begin writing a piece, I like to have a clear structural framework in place, and I spend a lot of time working on ideas before I even get to the manuscript paper stage.
The contrasting images in the poem are reflected in swift and dramatic changes in the music. The piece is colourful, bright and dramatic, with the aim being to grab the attention of the listener from the opening notes.
from notes by David Knotts & Elizabeth Winters © 2013