Co-created by composer Ron Ramin and librettist Portia Kamons, SEVENTEEN explores what it means to be on the cusp of adulthood in America today, and gives orchestras an opportunity to welcome this rising generation to their concert halls.

Photo by Julia Walker

PERFORMANCE DETAILS

Commissioned by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra 
Eric Jacobsen, Music Director
World Premiere performance November 8, 2024

Movement 1: Identity  
Movement 2: Intersections 
Movement 3: In Memoriam 
Movement 4: Influence 


Instrumentation:
2 Flutes (II. Piccolo)
2 Oboes (II. English Horn)
2 Clarinets in B♭
2 Bassoons
4 Horns in F
3 Trumpets in B♭
2 Trombones
1 Bass Trombone
1 Tuba
Timpani
3 Percussion 
Harp
Strings

6 (or 4) narrators, ages 17-24.  Libretto and conductor score are available in both versions.

Duration: c.26’

Narration requirements

  • Multiracial narrators cast from the local community (high schools, colleges, independent drama programs, etc.)  

  • Libretto requires one female person of color 

  • High school or college age in appearance

  • Musical theater experience helpful

A Director of Narration is suggested (local community theater, school drama departments).

If it is the preference of the organization, the creators of SEVENTEEN will work with orchestras to facilitate the casting, managing and rehearsal of the narrators, as was the case with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra premiere.

Rental:
Orchestra parts may be obtained on rental from the Publisher, Alla Breve Music (ASCAP). 

For more information, please contact hello@seventeeninamerica.com

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"SEVENTEEN succeeded in filling Steinmetz Hall with young people…
the fondest wish of every orchestra in the land."

Jamie Bernstein
Prelude, Fugue and Riffs