"Pagan Peal" is an orchestral work that seamlessly blends pagan traditions with the festive bell-ringing practices of Eastern Europe. The piece unfolds as a vivid tapestry of enchanting imagery and mythological symbols, bringing sense of magical wonder with mythical birds with female faces— Sirin, Alkonost, and Gamayun. The harmonic language of "Pagan Peal" reflects the sound of bells, which have been recorded, analyzed, and transcribed into the orchestral texture. At its climax, the piece evokes the awakening of Mother Moist Earth, a central figure in Slavic mythology who represents the earth as a nurturing force. This reflects the ancient reverence for nature’s cycles and deities associated with fertility and renewal. By intertwining mythical elements and traditional bell sounds, "Pagan Peal"  transports audiences into a realm where rituals and magical creatures come to life.

BMOP at Lindemann Hall.